Child Support Hearing Explanation

Summary

The user, a resident of Indiana, is seeking child support and has a hearing due to the father of her children being behind in payments. She needed clarification on a court statement, which was explained to her. It was also mentioned that in Indiana, if a parent is behind on child support, they may face penalties including wage garnishment, license suspension, or jail time.

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Child support hearing
Are you seeking child support or being asked to provide it, ****?

In Indiana, child support is determined by the Indiana Child Support Rules and Guidelines.
Seeking, but already receive it.
What changes are you seeking in the current child support arrangement, ****?
I have a hearing for my kids father being behind in payments. I just want to know what a certain statement means.
What is the specific statement you're referring to, ****?
"You will take notice of said hearing and be present. Along with proof of your identitiy; otherwise, the court will act upon the same in your absence."
The statement means that you should attend the hearing with identification. If you don't, the court may make decisions without you.
Thank you.
- In Indiana, if a parent is behind on child support, they may face penalties including wage garnishment, license suspension, or jail time.
- Marion County Superior Court, Indianapolis, IN. Contact: (*) *-*.