Legal Question in Family Law in Maryland

to ill to work

i am a sick man that owes current child support plus arrears I have lung disease and in dire need of medical treatment i also know i have to pay my support i am current not working due to my health if i would go apply for medical assistance and my SSI till I get well again. can a hold be put on my support will they pick me up and put me in jail when i got to apply for these things since i owe all this money i love my kids and want to support them i just need some advice on how to handle this what if I had paperwork from my doctor stating i am unable to work at this time what will help me


Asked on 1/30/04, 1:29 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Robert Sher Wagshal and Sher

Re: to ill to work

You can file a petition to modify (reduce) your support obligation based on your recent loss of income. The reduction cannot be made retroactively, so the sooner you do this the sooner you can be eligible for a reduction. You will still be obligated to pay the arrearage. If you can't afford an attorney you can call the county bar lawyer referral service and tell them you need a pro bono lawyer or a referral to a legal clinic. Or you can go to the child support office at the courthouse in Rockville for assistance.

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Answered on 2/02/04, 1:57 pm


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