Legal Question in Family Law in California

Child Support and Bankruptcy

1. Can child support be discharged in bankruptcy - whether it's Chpt 7 or 13?

2. Can a court order regarding a community property settlement obtained during a divorce be discharged in bankruptcy - whether it's Chp 7 and/or 13?

3. In California, are registration fees for child care included in child support or should it be separate? Also, should child care costs be separate from child support?


Asked on 4/10/07, 5:45 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Lyle Johnson Bedi and Johnson Attorneys at Law

Re: Child Support and Bankruptcy

Day care expenses as a general rule are in addition to the child support determined by the computer program.

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Answered on 4/22/07, 12:58 am
Gary Matta Law Offices of Gary R. Matta

Re: Child Support and Bankruptcy

1. Child Support is not discharge-able through bankruptcy. However, you might have some other options depending on your specific facts. 2. In order to answer this question, I need additional fact. 3. It depends on your order. 4. While they are two separate amounts, day care costs are factored into the calculation for child. You have many complicated issues, I would recommend you contact us immediately to set up a free consultation.

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Answered on 4/10/07, 5:58 pm


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