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Tired of dealing with a deadbeat parent? This Women was

A Palm City women, Krista Cromwell is said to have been at her wits end and tired of filing contempt action after contempt action against Tyler Archibald of Martin County for not paying his court ordered child support.  Well, apparently Ms. Cromwell found a law that has not been used in quite a while that…
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Former NFL player, Terrell Owens paid back Child Support to avoid Jail.

The Associated Press has reported that former NFL player Terrell Owens entered into an agreement to pay back child support due to Ms. Melanie Smith in order to avoid possible jail time in a contempt of court action. The child support matter is being heard in Fulton County Superior Court in Atlanta, Georgia. The terms…
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How do I Modify a Child Support Order?

If you are looking to modify a child support order you will need to show the court that their is a change in circumstance rendering you unable to pay support previously ordered. The court ordered child support based on certain criteria and if it is not paid you may be found in contempt of court.…
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What Happens If Child Support Is Not Paid?

It is important to keep current with your child support orders. During a divorce a court may order you to pay a certain amount in child support based on income. The order will reflect the exact amount that needs to be paid for the child or children. If you find that you are unable to…
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