Legal Question in Family Law in Connecticut

Cell Phone Question

My STBX left me in the beginning of June and left the state that I live in. He took our son's cell phone with him and I have left this phone on so the kids can call him. He has not paid anything towards this bill at all, and now from his extensive usage, he's run up a very large amount ($325).

Since I have filed for divorce and it is still in the middle, can I turn off this service? I am not able to continue paying for this as I am not receiving support from him. If I turn it off, am I responsible for providing him a prepaid phone to use? He is not working and hasn't since February of this year.

Thank you for any help you can offer.


Asked on 11/25/07, 9:49 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Ruth Emily Kochard Ruth Emily Kochard, Counselor at Law

Re: Cell Phone Question

Under the facts presented, I see no legal reason why you should continue supplying a cell phone. If you are wondering if he is entitled to some form of spousal support, that is for him to seek--not you to offer. Likewise, while he is entitled to see/talk to his children, it is his responsibility to see that occurs. Your obligation would be to not prevent or discourage the actual contact.

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Answered on 11/26/07, 12:57 am
Erik Roberts Barber & Roberts LLC

Re: Cell Phone Question

Check the automatic orders and read them carefully. There are things you can and cannot do once you file for divorce. You may want to file a motion with the court asking the court to limit his use to communication with your kids.

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Answered on 11/26/07, 9:17 am


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