If my son just turned 18 and has graduated high school, can I just stop paying child support or do I need to file for a modification to my divorce?
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If my son just turned 18 and has graduated high school, can I just stop paying child support or do I need to file for a modification to my divorce?
I am paying directly to my ex.
Asked on June 13, 2015 under Family Law, Maryland
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 9 years ago | Contributor
Look at the terms of your settlement agreement in the child supoort section to make sure that you did not agree to pay post emancipation (which in Maryland is 18) and what the definition of emancipation is in your agreement. Just to protect yourself. If you are sure that you are covered then your obligation under the agreement is over and you can stop paying your ex wife.
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