Are you the non-custodial parent in your family? Are you required to pay child support? If you have a court order to pay child support and are not doing so for any reason, this can lead to severe consequences and classify you as a “deadbeat dad”.
According to the California Department of Child Support Services, a non-custodial father must pay support to his minor child, usually until the age of 18. There is a responsibility for every parent to take care of his or her child. If you get behind in your payments, you may be charged interest until the support is paid in full.
Losing your job or becoming disabled is another matter. If this is the case, contact your local child support agency to modify your payment. Or, contact an experienced Orange County Family Law attorney who can guide you through the modification process. Failure to pay child support can lead to you losing your driver’s license and passport if you plan on traveling. It can even become a criminal case that can lead to jail time.
