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    washington_mom Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Jun 9, 2008, 08:17 PM
    CS Modification,Abandonment,Small Claim in WA State
    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!
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    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 ?
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