Legal Question in Family Law in Georgia
Child support arrerages
Can child support arrears be waived in GA if both parties agree?
Asked on 8/16/07, 12:16 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Glen Ashman
Ashman Law Office also dba Glen Ashman Attorney
Re: Child support arrerages
Parties cannot legally agree to violate a court order.
Answered on 8/16/07, 12:59 pm
SHERRY RAGOLE
RAGOLE & ASSOCIATES, LLC
Re: Child support arrerages
Child support is awarded for the support of the child; therefore, the parties must seek the approval of the court for modification of that obligation. The court will want to assure that the child's well-being is not endangered by reduction of the award.
Answered on 8/16/07, 2:02 pm