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washington_mom
Jun 9, 2008, 08:17 PM
My son is 11 1/2. Bio father has seen him 5 days and 45 min in over 3 years, with last time being over a year.

He owes $800 in travel/medical expenses.

He owes $900 in back support(wage garnishment)

Child support/order hasn't been modified since 1999.

I married in 2000, husband is dad in every sense of life.

I'm a stay at home mom.

Here is my questions.

I was looking to modify order. I was told that they would look at me being a stay at home and place a minimum income guideline.. but I don't know what that is?

Do I have to file a small claim to recover expenses unpaid?

My spouses income not a part of the support tables, just the worksheet and taxes right?

Can I file for abandonment?

Should I hire a lawyer or continue with Support Enforcement?

Thank you for your time!

cdad
Jun 10, 2008, 02:39 PM
If your not working then yes his income will be considered as income towards the child. What were you doing before you quit working outside the home ?