Legal Question in Family Law in Texas

I had a child support hearing yesterday and I am 1 year behind on child support. The state is asking that I be held in comtempt of court and asking that I be incarcerated for 6 months. I owe a total amount of 4824.11. My question is if i was to make a lump sum payment of half and start working to paying the other half would i stiil have to go to jail.


Asked on 1/12/10, 6:28 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Ken Gober (Austin TX) Lee, Gober & Reyna

You make be able to make an agreement with State and have that agreement approved by the Court.

There are a lot of variable (including the discretion of the Judge).

You should consult with a local attorney.

Good Luck!

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Answered on 1/24/10, 6:25 pm


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