Child Support Arrears Collection

Hello Rhonda, nice to meet you. I'm here to provide information on legal matters. Could you please tell me what specific legal issue you need assistance with?

Hello Rhonda. Child support laws vary by location. Could you please tell me where you are located so I can provide the most accurate information?

Hello Rhonda, child support in Kentucky is typically calculated using a formula that takes into account both parents' gross income and the number of children involved. You can find more about it by visiting the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services website.

Hello Rhonda, in Kentucky, if child support payments are not made, the amount due is called "arrears". The state has several methods to collect arrears, including:
- Income withholding
- Tax refund interception
- Liens on property
You can seek legal assistance for this matter.

Yes, in Kentucky, your wages can be garnished for unpaid child support arrears. This is one of the enforcement methods used by the state to ensure child support obligations are met.

In Kentucky, child support generally ends when the child turns *, or graduates from high school, whichever occurs later. However, if arrears exist, the state can continue collection efforts even if the child is over *.

In Kentucky, even if a child is over *, the state can collect child support arrears:
- Arrears represent unpaid child support that accumulated over time.
- Collection can occur through wage garnishments, tax refund interceptions, or property liens.
- This ensures past due obligations are met, regardless of the child's current age.