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S h i n i n g a L i g h t o n C h i L d S u p p o r t
August is National Child Support Awareness Month, an observance
established in 1995 to bring attention to the problem of child support
in this country. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, almost 23 and a half
million U.S. children live with a custodial parent and less than half of these
custodial parents receive child support; of those who do, only 43.4% receive
full payments on schedule.
The objective of National Child Support Awareness Month is twofold:
1) to offer assistance to custodial parents in enforcing their child
support orders, and 2) to help non-custodial parents meet their
child support obligations.
Child support amounts are determined by state; there are no national
guidelines. In New Jersey, Family Courts put the child's best interest first and
will intercede in matters of child support if the parents cannot come to a mutual
agreement. The court considers the income of both parents, as well as the cost
of child care, medical expenses and other expenses directly related to the child
in making its determination.
Most non-custodial parents who fail to meet their support obligations
are unable – not unwilling – to do so mainly due to a lack of a job,
and many factors lower their prospects of finding a new job, such
as insufficient education, criminal records, drug or alcohol abuse,
physical or mental health issues and even a lack of transportation.
Failure to meet child support obligations is a serious matter that
could result in income withholding, including wages, lottery
winnings, tax refunds and unemployment benefits. Additionally,
courts can seize bank accounts, investments and other assets; revoke licenses,
including driver, occupational, professional and sporting or recreational; issue
arrest warrants; and deny passports.
It is important to note that child support orders can be modified if
there is a valid reason. If you have a problem collecting or meeting your child
support, petition the court for a review rather than take matters into your own
hands. While legal representation is not required, it is usually recommended
because of the emotional nature of these matters. – Victor Rotolo
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2015 NJ Super Lawyers marking the tenth consecutive year. Call The Rotolo
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you. Your half-hour consultation is free of charge! Their attorneys and
staff are ready to serve your legal needs. The Rotolo Law Firm • 502 US 22,
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