My Spouse Is Not Making Payments

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My Spouse Is Not Making Payments – What Can I Do?

You can take your spouse back to court. Once there, the judge has many tools available for your use. For example, you could have the judge issue a wage assignment which results in an automatic deduction from your spouse’s paycheck. You may also be able to “attach” or “levy” upon your spouse’s bank accounts, stocks or other property including a house. In addition, many states have empowered the local district attorneys office with the power to enforce support payments. Accordingly, you could hand the matter over to the district attorney’s office or a similar government office to pursue your spouse. Many courthouses offer free services that give advice on the best strategy to use.

Other Custody and Child Support FAQs

Q: How Does The Court Decide Who Gets The Children?
A: At the outset, it is important to understand that “custody” is usually divided into two separate categories – legal custody and physical … More
Q: How Is Child Support Ordered And What Exactly Is It?
A: Child support is a court ordered monthly payment by one parent (often the non-custodial parent) to the other parent for the support of their common child. Federal law … More
Q: Can A Child Support Order Be Changed Or Modified?
A: Yes. An order for child support can be changed or modified any time there is a material change in circumstances from the time that the initial child support was … More
Q: What Happens If I Need To Relocate?
A: Should a parent need to relocate, the court will continue to use the “best interests” standard in determining where the child will go. There are … More