Legal Question in Family Law in Washington
back child support
is my new spouse liable for back child support i owe?
Asked on 3/26/07, 6:55 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Christopher Steuart
IT Forensics, Inc.
Re: back child support
No, but if you keep money in joint accounts the state may garnish out of them.
Answered on 3/26/07, 7:35 pm
Elizabeth Powell
ELizabeth Powell PS Inc
Re: back child support
Mr. Steuart is correct. The point is that you and your new spouse have formed a new community, and the community is composed of your resources and your spouses. The community can be liable for owed child support for one spouse.
Hope this helps. Powell
Answered on 3/26/07, 7:45 pm