Plaintiffs Educational Decision Rights

Summary

A plaintiff in South Carolina can have decision-making authority over a childs education if its stated in a court order or agreed upon by both parents. When served paperwork for child support, payments must be made to the State Disbursement Unit. Theres no specific timeframe for a judge to sign affidavits for child support payments. Service to the other party typically takes about 2 weeks if theyre in-state. The child support order becomes effective once the judge signs and files it. You will be notified by the court when the judge signs your paperwork. A financial declaration should generally be filed at the beginning of a case, before any temporary hearing, or when theres a substantial change in financial circumstances. Having primary custody provides greater decision-making authority, more time with the child, and potential for receiving child support.

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In South Carolina, a plaintiff (or any parent) can have decision-making authority over a child's education if:
- It's stated in a court order.
- Both parents agree on this arrangement.
Please consult with a family law attorney for personalized advice.
What happens when a party is served paper work to pay child support to the states disbursement unit?
When served paperwork for child support in South Carolina:
- The party must start making payments to the State Disbursement Unit.
- If they fail to comply, legal action could be taken.
- Contact a local attorney for more specific guidance.
How long does a Jude have to sign an affidavit to pay child support through the disbursement unit?
When it comes to signing affidavits for child support payments in South Carolina:
- There's no specific timeframe for a judge to sign.
- It can vary on a case-by-case basis.
- For more precise information, consult with a family law attorney in your area.
How long does it take for the other party to be served
In South Carolina, once the paperwork for child support has been filed, service to the other party typically takes:
- * weeks if they're in-state.
- Longer if they're out of state or difficult to locate.
Remember, these are general timelines and can vary.
Does the other party have to sign the paper work for it to go into affect or is it in effect as soon as the party files it
In South Carolina:
- The other party doesn't need to sign the child support order for it to take effect.
- It becomes effective once the judge signs and files it.
For more detailed information, please consult a local attorney.
When will I know if the judge signs the paperwork
In South Carolina, you will generally be notified by the court when the judge has signed your paperwork. This might be through mail, online, or through your attorney, if you have one. The timeline can vary based on the court's workload.
When does a financial declaration need to be filed if child support is through the state disbursement unit?
In South Carolina, a financial declaration should generally be filed:
- At the beginning of a case where financial matters are at issue.
- Before any temporary hearing.
- Anytime there is a substantial change in financial circumstances.
This can vary; please consult a family attorney for more specific guidance.
What’s the benefits of having primary custody?
In South Carolina, having primary custody can provide several benefits:
- Greater decision-making authority over the child's upbringing.
- More time spent with the child.
- Potential for receiving child support.
Remember, each case is unique, so consult a family law attorney for personalized advice.
If I have primary custody does the other parent have to agree to the school the children go to?
In South Carolina, if you have primary custody and decision-making authority over education, the other parent doesn't necessarily have to agree to the school choice. However, it's often preferred that parents co-operate on these decisions. For specific advice, consult a family law attorney.