shes in school when she feels like it,
2007-01-16 07:33:06 · 13 answers · asked by alvin s 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Marriage & Divorce
The answer to your question is written in the documents issued to you when you were ordered to pay child support. Read it!
2007-01-16 07:37:21 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
In Illinois the child is emancipated when they turn 18 or have graduated from high school, which ever comes last. The only exceptions to this are if they marry, move out of the house or get a full time non-seasonal job.
Your daughter moving out of the house may be tough to prove in court unless she has had her mail transferred. You could question her student status but even that would be tough to prove. My guess is that she is scheduled to graduate this June and if that happens she would be emancipated. You will have to weigh the financial aspect of how much you pay in child support vs. how much you would pay an attorney to prove she is emancipated. Good luck.
2007-01-16 07:43:44 · answer #2 · answered by Outdoorsman 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
every state is different (slightly) about child support guidelines, but some states require that child support is paid until they are done college, trade school, etc. she could be in college living with a boyfriend and you still may be required to pay.
it doesnt matter 'when she feels like going'. the attempt of giving your child a shot at an education is the bottom line. besides, her grades would reflect if she was required to attend on those days, or if you just feel she isnt working to the best of her ability.
if her GPA is terrible:
schedule a hearing before the judge.
or
contact your local Legal Aid Office. every state has them and are in most counties. they go on a sliding scale, so its free to most. just look in your phone book, call the county court clerks office or your states Bar Assoc for the number.
2007-01-16 11:39:51 · answer #3 · answered by Yvette B yvetteb 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, its not fair at all. Child support is money to pay for childs living expenses. It has absolutely nothing to do with how much he has spent on vacations or taking mom out. Thats a ridiculous excuse. I guess he could just be broke from paying for everyones vacation, but in that case he should tell you the truth rather than make stuff up and tell you you're greedy. Its money for your kid not you... has nothing to do with greediness.
2016-05-25 02:21:11 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If she is 18 and living with her boyfriend there is a chance that you can petition the court to have it stopped. The fact that she is not in school full time is another deciding factor. I'd go to family court and see what can be done about it.
2007-01-16 07:46:46 · answer #5 · answered by kalischild57 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some child support orders say until age 18 or until they graduate from high school whichever comes later (this covers children that turn 18 early in their senior year). I would get legal advice on this one.
2007-01-16 07:43:53 · answer #6 · answered by vickyc76 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You will have to pay or go back to court and ask the judge about it. If you are behind on child support I do know you will have to pay the rears up. But as long as she is in school yes you need to pay.
2007-01-16 07:42:43 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
is she still in school because if she is not then why are u still paying child support talk to a lawyer.or call the local child support office.
2007-01-16 07:42:57 · answer #8 · answered by sissyj25 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
don't quote me on this, but as long as she is in school, U will have to pay child support.... contact a lawyer.... I think she has to be with the parent to be still receiving chid support....
2007-01-16 07:47:06 · answer #9 · answered by ? 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
At 18, you're payments should stop. I guess you need to check the rules of the state that you live in, but I think you're done with it.
2007-01-16 07:39:30 · answer #10 · answered by Ya Ya 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋