If the parent with full custody won't file a complaint for overdue child support money, can a minor file complaint by themselves?
2007-11-19 00:04:55 · 6 answers · asked by missyjean130 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
No, it is 100% up to the parent. You have no legal standing. For one, you are a minor, and second, the Child support is to be used by the parent as they see fit to raise you.
If the custodial parent doesn't want it, the state can't force them, unless they are on state assistance, then they will go after the non custodial parent with a vengeance.
Peace
Jim
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2007-11-19 00:25:41 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Usually a minor can't launch a legal procedure....if there is a problem in the home with extreme poverty (parent can't/won't provide enough food, clothing, proper housing to insure health and enable proper education) the child is placed in a foster home. It is possible, however, for a minor (not sure of the age requirement) to claim independence from his parent(s) before he/she turns 18 under certain circumstances, and then is able to transact legally. However, in that case, he/she then would not be entitled to child support from that date on, but may be able to sue for back payments. You need to consult a lawyer. Some give a half-hour consultation free. Check it out. This may also vary from state to state.
2007-11-19 00:31:09 · answer #2 · answered by transplanted_fireweed 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The simple answer is no. HOWEVER, there are circumstances in a number of states that allow the subject of the support order to file in lieu of a party to the order.
To determine if you have any standing to file such a suit I would have to know in what state the original order was issued and your age and the specific circumstances.
2007-11-19 00:52:11 · answer #3 · answered by hexeliebe 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. The child support was not ordered to be paid to you. The parent it was ordered to be paid to needs to file any claims.
2007-11-19 00:40:52 · answer #4 · answered by sensible_man 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If you can afford the attorney fees.Good luck. Try calling Child Support Enforcement and talk to them maybe they can help you
2007-11-19 00:13:55 · answer #5 · answered by cindyokie1 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Absolutely not. No further axplanation necessary.
2007-11-19 01:45:41 · answer #6 · answered by JoannaB3 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋