Losing your job can be a very stressful experience. If you have financial obligations like child support, it can be especially overwhelming. While you might want to stop paying when finances are a concern, your child support obligation does not end just because you lost your job.
If you decide on your own to stop making child support payments, there could be severe consequences. A seasoned Wheaton, IL family law attorney can explain what might happen if you stop paying and help you seek court approval to modify your agreement.
What Happens if I Stop Paying Child Support?
In Illinois, child support is typically determined by the court during divorce proceedings. The court order includes the specific amount one parent needs to pay the other to cover costs related to raising their child.