If I have moved to another state, how can I get my back child support payments moved here?
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If I have moved to another state, how can I get my back child support payments moved here?
Asked on July 4, 2015 under Family Law, California
Answers:
B.H.F., Member, Texas State Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 9 years ago | Contributor
If you are looking to simply have the method of your payments changed (i.e. from one state's child support collection unit to another), then start in with the unit in the State where you were paying and follow-up with the state where you now reside. They can help you record the child support order in your new state so that it can be collected in that state. Some states will authorize another state to collect-- but it depends on the agreements between those two states--- so just know that this is not a guarantee. Either state's agency could decide not to cooperate with the transition. If the agencies are not cooperative with you, consult with a family law attorney in the state where you are moving to and see if they can help you facilitate the transition. I just recommend going through the agencies first because they are free.
If you are talking about moving the case in whole, then you would have to wait until the child has resided in the new state for a period of time. Jurisdiction follows the child, not the parents. To make the move, you would generally have to reopen the case and file a motion to transfer.
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