If I move out living in California not legally seperated or divorced can I get hit with back child support?

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If I move out living in California not legally seperated or divorced can I get hit with back child support?

I slept in my clothes for over a year in my chair in the front room then moved into the garage and that got cold, so I got my own place living in the in law place on the same property. I made sure there is accommodations for my two kids but dont want to make them choose between her or me, so they live with her. I told my kids that they are welcome in my life to live with me and left it at that. My question is, in California could she get awarded back child support from me ? Could this happen to me?

Asked on July 7, 2009 under Family Law, California

Answers:

J.M.A., Member in Good Standing of the Connecticut Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 14 years ago | Contributor

i am a lawyer in CT.  If you are not paying child support and there is an order for you to do so, then you may be subject to back child support.  However, if you have not yet been taken to court for child support there is no current obligation.  Nevertheless, if you are taken to court, a judge may impose child support that makes up for you not previously paying.  I suggest seeing a lawyer to help you in CA. If you cannot afford one, then speak to legal aid at the court house.


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