Legal Question in Family Law in Missouri

We just filed the modification for college support (signed by a judge) which has father paying 100% of all costs for 4 years. It only mentions reducing his obligation by "scholarships" which are achievement-based , and it does not mention other need-based grants or financial aid which my low income provides. Legally, must I also include the grants in reducing his responsibility or is that contempt of court? If so, what is the penalty for contempt of court?.


Asked on 3/18/13, 8:05 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Anthony Smith LawSmith

based upon the facts you alleged,, you (and your child) may be guilty of fraud, if you fail to report the 100% support in the application for grants or need based loans. If you fail to report the grants or any scholarships, to the father, you mightbe in contempt out the courts order. You should consult with your divorce/support attorney, as it is impossible, for any attorney here, to guess what the Order specifically says.

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Answered on 5/02/13, 1:59 am


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