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Penalty for Non-Payment of Child Support in Florida
Florida law states that "every child has the right to the support of both parents until the age of 18." Any parent who does not support his child financially risks a number of legal actions in Florida and could eventually wind up with a criminal record.
What Can Happen if Two Divorced Parents Claim the Same Child on Their Tax Return?
If two parents file federal tax returns listing the same child as their dependent, there's no doubt that the Internal Revenue Service will catch it. IRS agents are on the lookout for such issues. Its system is set up to check your child's Social Security number against all other filed returns to mak
What are a Father's Legal Rights to His Children?
All parents have natural legal rights to raise and be in control of their children's lives. Fathers have the same rights as mothers when it comes to their children except in circumstances where paternity is in question.
Facts That Affect Child Custody in Ohio
Ohio courts are obligated to base child custody decisions on the best interests of the child.Child image by Serenitie from Fotolia.comIn the state of Ohio, there are several factors that go into determining child custody. When determining custody of a child in the event of a divorce, both...
Minimizing the Effect Divorce Has on The Children
A divorce is never an easy process, and for many people it is an upsetting and unsettling experience, as well as a costly one, as in addition to the cost of the divorce itself, there is also the chance of losing the house and other property. There are many different roles that a divorce lawyer under
Fathers Rights for Child Custody
When it comes down to it, the court will act in the best interests of the child when determining who gets custody whether that be the mother or the father. In many cases, the mother is awarded child custody, but that's not always the case. There are plenty of examples of dads being awarded prim
How to Get Emancipated in Kentucky
Kentucky does not currently have a codified statute detailing the requirements for emancipation. However, children wishing to be released from the bonds of their parents may attempt to do so through the court system. Consent of the parents and the child are required unless the emancipation is achiev
Can Back Taxes & Child Support Be Reduced in Bankruptcy?
While declaring bankruptcy will cancel many of your debts, some debts are bankruptcy-exempt. Child support and back taxes are two debts that typically cannot be cancelled by bankruptcy. You may be able to cancel a portion of your back taxes if you meet certain conditions, but your child support obli
Tennessee Joint Custody Laws
Tennessee's Joint Custody Laws are Based on the Best Interest of the Childchild image by Renata Osinska from Fotolia.comTennessee joint custody laws, like the laws of most states, adhere to the legal philosophy of deciding custody cases based on the best interest of the child. Although...
Juvenile Boot Camp in Illinois
Troubled teens in Illinois who run afoul of the law may find themselves confined to a regimented program geared toward military-style discipline, education and rehabilitation, rather than the standard concrete cells and dormitories of traditional youth detention centers.
Tips for Winning a Child Custody Case
Divorce is difficult in any situation, but it is especially hard when there are children involved. If you and your spouse are divorcing, you will need to determine who will have custody of the children. If you cannot come to an amicable decision, then you may have to battle it out in court. Here are
The Federal Youth Corrections Act
In 1950, the federal Youth Corrections Act (YCA) was amended to initiate rehabilitation options for juvenile offenders. Before the 1950s, children seven and older received the same treatment as that of adults in the judicial system. According to Charles Doyle of The Congressional Research Service, t
How to File for Modification of Child Support in Alabama
Child support payments can affect families for years. Alabama courts award child support according to state-established support guidelines. After entering such orders, courts can generally modify them when specific circumstances are present. To modify an Alabama child support order, you'll have to
Child Custody Rights of Aunts & Uncles
When divorce started becoming more prevalent, along with it came the issue of child custody. Before "no fault" divorce, divorcing couples had more to argue about than child custody. Now in many states the only variable in the divorce is which parent gets legal and physical custody of the children. I
Michigan Child Custody Form
Michigan has always been a model state for child custody law, largely because they have good common-sense rules about how to handle it. If you want to get custody of your child in Michigan, there are a few things you can do - again, just common sense things - to maximize your chances and minimize th
How to Calculate Spousal Support in Pennsylvania
Under Pennsylvania law, the amount of spousal support owed is fixed by statute. A higher-earning spouse is required to pay the lesser-earning spouse a monthly payment equal to 40 percent of the difference between their wages if there are no children, or 30 percent of the difference between their wag
The Ohio Laws for Not Paying Child Support
OverviewHemera Technologies/PhotoObjects.net/Getty ImagesChild support is owed until a child turns 18 years of age and graduates from high school. The non-custodial parent must pay child support to insure both parents share the burden of providing for the child financially. If child...
Help With Child Custody for Dads in Portland, Oregon
In Oregon, decisions regarding custody of a child and subsequent parenting time is called a "parenting plan." Also, Oregon laws encourage both parents to share in the responsibilities of raising children, and the same rights are afforded fathers as mothers. Chapter 109 of Oregon State Law states tha
Hour Restrictions in the Tennessee Child Labor Laws
The Tennessee Child Labor Act restricts the hours that teens may work.Tennessee state contour against blurred USA flag image by Stasys Eidiejus from Fotolia.comThe Tennessee Child Labor Act protects children by limiting the hours that they may work and restricting the types of employers...
Signs of Sexual Abuse in Children Under 5
Recognizing the signs of sexual abuse in children is often not easy, as the symptoms are not always apparent. It can be particularly difficult to identify symptoms of sexual abuse in children under the age of five. Careful observation of the child's physical and emotional habits often play a role in