2006-09-21 05:53:40 · 20 answers · asked by hooya 3 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
im in chicago
2006-09-21 05:56:08 · update #1
Generally that falls in contempt of court and will, in most jurisdictions, garnish you up to 30 days in jail. Then you get to get out and another opportunity to make it current. When you don't, then you are again in contempt of court and face more of the court's wrath.
You do NOT go to jail (in most jurisdictions) for not paying child support, you go to jail for not doing what the Judge ordered you to do (which is pay child support). I realize that sounds like a word game, but it is how the law generally works!
2006-09-21 06:12:08 · answer #1 · answered by Steve 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most counties will place you in the local detention center and there you must be placed on the Work Release Program (pending good behavior) and then whatever you get from the work program that you are in (usually a minimal amount) that money goes directly to the court for the back child support. Then you have to worry about being in the hole for while you were in jail. This seems to suck for most people. There is a document that you can get from the child support enforcement office, each has a different name, but the effect of it is, that you want the court to reconsider the amount that you are currently paying since it is putting you behind, a lot of times they will do this for you or the judge will work out a different kind of plan for you. I think the first thing you should do it talk to the childs mother, there may be a way where you can work something out..ie. baby-sitting or extra groceries or something to that effect.
Take Care!
2006-09-21 06:06:15 · answer #2 · answered by mrswilkerson0306 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You'll save a lot more money in the long run by just paying the child support you owe. If you haven't paid the $800 and it keeps accumulating, it will depend upon the judge that hears your case.
Regardless of how much jail time you do, you will still owe child support when you get out of jail.
2006-09-21 06:02:59 · answer #3 · answered by nite_raideress 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You have yourself in a morality jail now. How can you look at yourself each day knowing that your child doesn't have your full support, emotionally,financially and physically? Is the child suppose to only eat on the weeks you send it? Just pay up.Be a better dad and person and never be behind. If you lose a job or get sick you will probably get behind and then you will be in a big mess with the law. You took the responsibiblty to take care of the child when you had sex. The act of sex is a contract to take care of whatever happens! It could have been a simple STD or one that took your life. You got a child that can give you joy and love so why not take care of your contractual obligation!?
2006-09-21 06:27:30 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
It depends on the state. If you owe the $800 why don't you just pay it? Not only does your child deserve your support - it would cost you much more in terms of lost wages, public embarrassment etc. to do the jail time. A lot of employers will fire you for that offense and it can keep you from getting jobs. Employers do not want to mess with having an employee's wages garnished and the paperwork required to do it and submit it to the court. Just own up to your responsibilities. This can follow you around for some time if you don't take care of it.
2006-09-21 05:59:03 · answer #5 · answered by arkiemom 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
In my jurisdiction in Texas you will go to jail until you pay the $800, the child support that accumulates while you are in jail, and all the court costs, etc. associated with putting you in jail.
My friends ex was put in jail over $1500 and was there for 6 months.
2006-09-21 06:04:40 · answer #6 · answered by T H 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
actually, I just talked about that with my dad (he's a lawyer) he said that he heard of throwing a person in jail for 5 years and having probation for 13 years, the time to pay for his mistake, 18 years. No point in having probation for 13 years... that would suck dude... pay it for a few years set up a trust fund and leave it at that.
2006-09-21 06:02:50 · answer #7 · answered by ♥ღαмαиdα♥ღ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you have been ordered to pay child support and you haven't, and the court has found you in contempt for not following the order, then you will stay in jail until you pay the money.
2006-09-21 06:05:50 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Laws vary from state to state, but the nationwide crackdown on "deadbeat dads" will ensure that you do some time when they catch up to you.
Best advice: pay the child support.
2006-09-21 06:01:55 · answer #9 · answered by kentata 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Did you ever hear of "pay the child support", so your kid can have a nice life. You are a "real" dad, you are. Somebody to be proud of. Yes, Sir. Just worried about going to jail, are you? What about your baby's needs?
2006-09-21 05:59:44 · answer #10 · answered by violetmax 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋