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FRO started deducting child support from my ex in April. I got three payments, and today I found out they terminated the deductions. They apparently told my ex it's because the support order was "unclear". My ex is now $1800 in arrears. How do I go about getting the money from him, if FRO isn't there to enforce payments? What papers would I file through court?
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how can a support order be unclear??? -
I'm guessing it was because I had an original court order saying he owed $1222 a month in child support. As soon as he was dinged with spousal support, he suddenly developed arthritis, and claimed he could only work 2 days a week, and asked to reduce child support to $534 a month, and zero spousal. There was another order stating that IF he provided us with certain medical information, we would reduce the support, but if after 60 days, couldn't give proof, the original order would stand. I'm guessing FRO didn't know what to do, so they terminated it. They didn't even notify me, they just notified his employer. So I only received half of my child support last month and have received nothing for June (the order states support is to be paid on the 1st of each month).
So now he's in arrears $1833, and I have no idea what action to take. I need my child support. He's already not paying any Section 7s, and my account is dwindling very quickly.Comment
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They are right your order is unclear. Has he provided this proof or is he still supposed to be paying the full amount? If he has provided the proof than you need to contact the FRO and follow their direction as to how to properly inform them of the change that has taken place. They will not take money when it is not specific. As the recipient it is up to you to keep them informed of changes to the court order, on my last variation to change CS my ex's lawyer served the FRO and they came to court to be present for the outcome. You will see nothing until this is sorted out so I would contact the FRO and FLIC to find out what action to take. You have FRO involved so you can't collect money directly. This process can take months so my best suggestion is look at it like you just lost your job and look at ways to cut back until it's straighten out.Comment
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No, he never did provide proof. He didn't provide even one thing that we'd asked him for (such as pay stubs, or a letter from his employer saying he's working reduced hours). The support was only supposed to change if he came up with the proof that we were asking for, and he never did, so the original order was to stand. I didn't call FRO, because I wasn't even aware that they got that order. No one from FRO contacted me to ask for clarification. I didn't even receive a notice that they had terminated deductions. I only know because my ex told my lawyer yesterday.
I'm confused though....FRO won't take the money from him, but I can't either?? This system is so messed up. I've been cutting back as much as I can, because my ex has refused to pay for any extra expenses (both kids are in therapy, and that's costing me quite a bit). I've been paying for everything, and I'm not the type that has my kids in 8 different activities. My son is in Karate (which he was in before we split up), and my daughter isn't in anything because he refuses to pay for any extra curricular activities for her. Meanwhile, he's driving around in a new car, is planning vacations overseas and supports his adult son who lives with him. Sorry for venting, it's just that I don't really ask for much. I'm feeling very frustrated right now.Comment
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You should have a file number stated on any documentation you ever received from FRO, call them, state the file number. Have copies of both of your court orders on the table in front of you while you are on the phone. Ask them to be specific about what they need in order to resume the support.
Probably they need nothing, the original order now stands. If the support amount changed, there would have needed to be a third order, updating it as per the supposed documentation.
Does the second order indicate the support would be reduced to a specific amount? Or does it just require the documentation, with the amount to be determined when it is provided? If it doesn't state an amount, then absolutely the first order must stand until a third order is made.
In any case, you will get further, faster, if you call the FRO.Comment
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It actually does say that the amount would be reduced from $1222 to $534. Does that make a difference?
I actually called last night and left a message. I'm hoping they'll call back soon.Comment
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I have dealt with a similar matter recently as well. My understanding of FRO is that once collection is cancelled, it cannot be reinstated without a new Order. You will have to go back to Family Court to have the matter rectified.Comment
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This is a nightmare. I can't believe all the running around I have to do, and he just sits back, enjoying the ride. You'd think FRO would at least call and try to clarify, before pulling the plug. Thanks for the information!Comment
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