Legal Question in Family Law in Pennsylvania

Re: Child Support and Custody

I am unfamiliar with military regulations regarding pay and dependents and therefore cannot comment on your boyfriend's request from that perspective. Generally, if a couple is living together as a family with their mutual child the issue of custody and dependency does not arise except as to tax matters.

Being unaware of your particular circumstances, I cannot comment directly upon your situation. However, that being said, it is also true that an attorney could not advise you to swear falsely in a document for any purpose.

As to the support issue:

In order to obtain support, in Pennsylvania, it is necessary for you to have custodial rights to the child for whom the support is claimed. You do not necessarily have to have an order of court but, if custody is contested, it will be necessary to obtain one.

I urge you to consult with an attorney in your local area for advice and guidance before you take any action.

I wish you the best.

Ilene Young, Esquire/ Civil & Family Practice

215-444-0445

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