Even without any outside factors or complications, child support is complex in the U.S. It is easy for the parent responsible for paying support to make errors. Child support is even more complicated if you live near your co-parent but in another state. For example,...
Child Support
Enforcing a child support order: What you need to know
When a couple with children legally separates, the non-custodial parent is usually required to provide financial support to the parent living with the children. Such support includes the payment of the child’s school, health and care expenses. Child support is not...
Win the lottery? Owe child support? Expect to lose some winnings
Imagine what it would be like to win the North Dakota power ball lottery as a parent. You could buy your kids a massive home, send them to the most elite educational facilities and get them a brand-new car when they are old enough to drive. Even though you may plan to...
A DNA test can give you the answers you’re looking for
As a woman who is pregnant now, the most important thing to you is that your child knows who their father is. You were dating someone a few months ago with whom you decided to break up, Then, a month or so later, you started having a sexual relationship with someone...
What if you can’t pay your child support in North Dakota?
Money may be tight. If so, you may have several financial worries on your mind -- not the least of which, of course, is the next child support payment you have due.The state doesn't automatically adjust the amount of support that you're required to pay when your...
Can the noncustodial parent challenge a child support increase?
Meeting the financial needs of children after divorce is challenging for both parents. Sometimes, it becomes necessary to modify the terms of a child support agreement to make certain children have everything they need to thrive.In North Dakota and other states,...
What are the paying parent’s duties in a child support review?
After a North Dakota divorce, people might make the mistake of thinking that the case is settled and they need to do nothing more than adhere to the terms of the agreement or court decision.However, there are certain aspects of a family law case that will be ongoing....
Can failure to pay child support impact my credit score?
When a child support order is issued in North Dakota, the supporting parent is expected to make the payments on time and in full. In some instances, however, these noncustodial parents fall behind on payments. For some, there are extenuating circumstances that prevent...
Review and adjustment of child support orders in North Dakota
Most child support orders in North Dakota are based upon the financial situation and income of the payor spouse. Contrary to the expectation of many parents, the court's order for child support is not immutable. If the financial conditions of the payor spouse change,...
Requesting modifications to a child support order
It can be a struggle to keep up with child support payments under the best of times. After a job loss or another setback, it can be near impossible. Once a parent falls behind, the unpaid balance accumulates interest at a rapid rate, and it can turn into serious...