Can I File for Child Support if my Son is 18 and in College?
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Summary
My son is 18. His father has contributed in the past to his tuition and general support. My son is now going to college full time and his father is not giving any financial assistance at all. Can I file for child support now for the first time? |
“My son’s father and I were never married. I have never taken him to court for child support. My son is 18. His father has contributed in the past to his tuition and general support. My son is now going to college full time and his father is not giving any financial assistance at all. Can I file for child support now for the first time? I LIVE IN NEW YORK CITY.”
Likely not. In most jurisdictions an initial action for the support of a child cannot be commenced after the child has reached majority (18).
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State laws vary, and the above is intended as general advice, and not direct legal advice regarding any one particular situation in any one state. For direct personal legal advice related to your own situation you should consult an attorney familiar with the laws of your state and with your situation.
