Terminating Child Support Lawyers

How Can I Terminate Child Support?

• the child has reached the age of majority (usually 18 or 21)
• the child goes on active military duty
• the child has been adopted by another person
• the parents terminate their parental rights and responsibilities
• the child is emancipated
• the child is dead
• the child lives with the parents

Child support is officially terminated once a motion has been made and approved by a court.  These conditions are very clear so usually the proceedings move very quickly, unlike child support modification.

May I Terminate Child Support If I Think It Is Unfair?

No, stopping child support without a court's approval is very dangerous and could lead to a great deal of trouble with your ex-spouse, courts, and possibly even the police.  If you think your child support amount is unfair, consult a family attorney about modifying your support agreement.

May I Terminate Child Support If My Ex-Spouse Is Keeping Me Away From My Kids?

No, child support and child custody or visitation are two separate issues.  Holding child support payments back because you are being denied visitation rights is another very dangerous move.  See here for more information.

Do I Need an Attorney To Help Terminate Child Support?

The steps to terminate child support are often complicated and time consuming.  An experienced family law attorney can evaluate your situation and help you determine whether you are able to terminate child support.  If you are able to stop child support, a lawyer will help you file all the required court documents and make sure your interests are protected.