Retroactive Child Support Options

In North Dakota, pursuing retroactive child support may be challenging without a formal order. However, you might still have options considering the unique circumstances.
- Retroactive Child Support: Generally, child support is only retroactive to the date of filing.
- Court's Discretion: The court may consider the father's lack of employment and other factors.
Would you like information on how to file for child support in North Dakota now?

You'll generally file for child support in the state where the child resides, which is North Dakota in your case. The Uniform Interstate Family Support Act (UIFSA) helps enforce support orders across state lines.
Would you like more details on the steps to file for child support in North Dakota?

Sure, here are the steps to file for child support in North Dakota:
*. Complete an Application: Obtain and fill out the Child Support Application form, which is available through the North Dakota Department of Human Services.
*. Submit the Application: Submit your completed application to the Child Support Division.
*. Legal Process: The Child Support Division will help you through the legal process, including establishing paternity if necessary.
*. Court Hearing: Attend the court hearing where the judge will decide on the child support order.
*. Enforcement: Once an order is established, the Child Support Division will help enforce it, even if the father lives in Nevada.
Would you like the contact information for the North Dakota Child Support Division?

Do you have any other questions or need more information on a specific part of the process?