Ten years ago it turned out my daughter was not in college when she should be and I ended up having to return some child support. At the time my ex said don't bother - he had as he says "taught me a lesson".

Now ten years later I find there is a lien on my home. Is this legal? And the original amount of 3,000 they say is now 11,000. How much interest can they charge?

Thanks for any help.

How much can who charge ? If it were recorded as arrears some states charge as much as 10% ( California is one of them )

What state are we talking about ?

Yes, who is asking for it back, the ex or the state.

Check with your county clerk and find out exactly WHEN the lien was filed and by whom.