You are sitting in your office when someone you do not know enters unannounced. He hands you a piece of paper and informs you that you have been served. He further explains that you have been issued a Child Support Citation and must appear in family court. Your first inclination may be to wad up the piece of paper or ignore the Child Support Citation altogether.
This, however, would not be your best course of action. Read on as we explore why ignoring a Child Support Citation is unwise.
Why Are You Receiving a Child Support Citation?
A Child Support Citation is an order to appear in family court that the other parent issues through the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) or a private attorney. The citation is often issued because you have either made continual late payments, skipped payments, or quit paying altogether.
It is vital that you do not ignore the citation and that you respond to it promptly.
A Child Support Citation will not just disappear. Failure to respond can result in a default judgment, wage garnishments, contempt of court charges, stiff fines, and even potential jail time.
What Should My Response Be?
A Child Support Citation is the court telling a person to show up and deal with the issues. Below are the steps a person should take to respond to a Child Support Citation:
- Read the Citation Carefully. Understand what it is asking you to do.
- Seek Competent Legal Advice. Don’t attempt to undertake this on your own.
- Gather Relevant Documentation. Gather all paperwork having to do with child support.
- Attend the Hearing. Find out the time and date of the hearing and be there.
If you want to learn more about your options, talking to capable family law attorneys like the team at Christman | Daniell Attorneys is wise. They can help guide you through the process and protect your best interests.
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