Legal Question in Family Law in Maryland

can a man file for reconsideration of child support if he's never paid before?


Asked on 12/10/09, 1:15 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Paula McGill Paula McGill Attorney at Law

A motion for reconsideration has to be filed within a narrow timeframe. Is he challenging the amount or paternity?

If he is outside the timeframe for filing a motion for reconsideration based on the monthly award, he can file a motion to modify the order. The order could be modified going forward. However, he would be responsible for back support.

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Answered on 12/17/09, 4:36 pm


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