Navigating the process of applying for child support can be challenging, especially during or after a separation or divorce. When parents part ways, establishing fair arrangements involves multiple steps, including preparing applications, providing financial details, and setting up hearings. This process ensures that the child’s economic needs are met, even if the parents are no […]
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After your child support order is finalized, you can expect to wait 30-60 days to receive your first child support payment. Once the Maryland court issues the child support order, the Child Support Administration (CSA) will generally issue an Earnings Withholding Order (EWO) in conjunction with it. If the parent paying child support works a […]
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While there isn’t necessarily a set amount of back child support that will trigger a warrant being issued. Legally speaking, even failing to pay $1 in child support is against the law. Maryland Code of Family Law section 10-203 is rarely going to be enforced like that, but that is the letter of the law. […]
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If you are in the process of filing for divorce in Maryland, you probably have worries when it comes to supporting yourself and your child. Part of making the transition easier is ensuring that both you and your child are able to still live comfortably. Your financial concerns are valid and should be handled by […]
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If you have just gotten a divorce or are about to get divorced, you probably have questions about child support. If you are currently receiving child support from your former spouse, you may be wondering if does child support count as income or not. The Law Office of Patrick Crawford has helped many divorced couples […]
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In Maryland, child support is strictly enforced in accordance with family law to ensure the well-being of minor children. Many parents struggle to pay their child’s support on time or fail to complete payments entirely. Once a child support obligation is recognized by the state, it is legally binding, and failure to pay can result in […]
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