when does someone stop paying child support in the state of texas, when the child is 18 or when they finish school?
2006-09-11 11:41:30 · 18 answers · asked by evelyn_aydee 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Marriage & Divorce
do u keep paying if the child goes to college?
2006-09-11 12:09:40 · update #1
Depends on the court. Some have to pay until college graduation some stop at 18. Check with a local atty. They should answer that over the phone, no charge.
2006-09-11 11:44:39 · answer #1 · answered by grrl 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
According to Divorcenet under Texas child support, it is supposed to continue until the child turns 18, but if the child graduates high school after turning 18, the child support continues until graduation. The only chance it would cover a college education is if it was written into the child support order, and it could be a real remote chance that it would be in the order if not discussed and agreed upon. Whether or not a parent continues to pay child support once a child graduates is up to the noncustodial parent. Some parents are good about it, but then there are some who are not quite so willing to do so.
2006-09-11 19:01:54 · answer #2 · answered by dawncs 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It depends on two things. First on the law of the State. Also, is there a Court Order? If so, what does the Court Order say? Sometimes it is mandated that a parent pay until the child turns 18 and sometimes it is mandated that a parent pay until the child finishes school. You might want to check the court order and see what it says. If there is nothing on the document, try contacting an attorney. If you cannot afford one, try checking with free legal aid.
2006-09-11 18:46:33 · answer #3 · answered by Ness 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
In Michigan it is when they turn 18 or 19 1/2 in school. Sorry I am not sure in Texas.
2006-09-11 19:10:56 · answer #4 · answered by galbee 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most states now recognize that although 18 they are still considered a minor untill they finish high school.. 18 suggests they are an adult and can support themselves..
2006-09-11 18:45:29 · answer #5 · answered by brwneyedgrl 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Most of the time it is when the child graduates high school or turns 18, whichever is later.
2006-09-13 16:58:10 · answer #6 · answered by stacilynn26 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Im not sure about texas but in ohio its 18 or if the kid dosnt finish school whenever they drop out.
2006-09-11 21:50:00 · answer #7 · answered by mindy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As long as the child lives under your roof or gets benefits from you, child support must be paid.
2006-09-11 19:02:23 · answer #8 · answered by ntoriano 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Until your child is finished college. Congratulations on having such a smart child, you must be very proud.
2006-09-15 08:21:20 · answer #9 · answered by Debi 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
HE STOPS AT AGE 18
2006-09-11 19:14:26 · answer #10 · answered by soccer kisses!!!!!!!! 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋