Legal Question in Family Law in South Carolina

can i stop paying child support if the ex is not spending it on kids untill we go back to court?


Asked on 4/13/11, 5:46 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Ben Stevens The Stevens Firm, P.A. Family Law Center

If you stop paying child support, you will likely find yourself in a contempt situation. She does not have to spend the child support money directly on the children. As long as their needs are being met (food, shelter, clothing, etc.), the Court will not let you dictate how she does / doesn't spend that money.

These are complex issues, and it is important that they be handled correctly. Therefore, it is important that you consult an experienced family law attorney to find out what options are available to you based on the facts of your particular case. If you need more information, you can visit my family law blog (www.SCFamilyLaw.com) or our website (www.SpartanburgLawyers.com). I wish you the best of luck.

Ben Stevens

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Answered on 4/16/11, 6:27 pm


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