Legal Question in Family Law in Ohio

paternity/child support/absent father

my 11 year old sons father has been absent for about 10 years.Can I still file for child support even thought I don't know where he is? There has been no contact. His name is on the birth certificate. Am I able to do so without him knowing my whereabouts as I would have possible cause to fear for my safety.


Asked on 5/15/07, 10:38 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Edward DiCato Edward DiCato Attorney at Law

Re: paternity/child support/absent father

Yes, you can file, and be granted, child support even if he can't be found. As far as keeping your location private, that would be a matter to take up with the court at one of the hearings. You might try going through the child Support Enforcement Agency, if you can get them to do anything.

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Answered on 5/16/07, 12:48 am


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