How Do You Compose A Hardship Letter For Child Support?
Biological parents have a moral and legal obligation to provide for the emotional, financial and physical well-being of their child until he reaches the age of majority or is able to provide for himself. When the noncustodial parent fails to honor this obligation, the custodial parent (the one with whom the child lives) can initiate child support proceedings as a way to force the noncustodial parent to help support the child. In certain instances, a hardship letter may be required to expedite the enforcement process. Determine which avenue to take when pursuing child support. You may hire a private attorney and plead your case in court or, if you are unemployed or qualify as low-income, you may apply for assistance through your local legal aid office or Office of Child Support Enforcement/Department of Social Services at no charge. If you receive food stamps, child care assistance or welfare benefits, you automatically qualify for this free assistance. Contact your attorney or your loc
