Legal Question in Family Law in Maryland
how does being abandoned affect child support and alimony?
Asked on 9/17/09, 7:04 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Denese Dominguez
Law Office of Denese Dominguez, LLC
The abandoning spouse may still have to pay alimony depending on the circumstances. Regardless of the marital issues, a parent does not escape child support if they are the recognized parent of the child. You will need to file a petition with the court in your county.
Answered on 9/23/09, 8:06 am