Parents Owing Child Support Targeted

In the Portland, Oregon area, authorities are reportedly focusing on parents who are refusing to pay child support. A sweep has occurred and targeted about 15 people with arrest warrants as they have not been paying their court-ordered child support payments. Now, those people could be facing up to six months in jail. They will also have to pay all their late child support payments.            

Going through a child support matter is not always an easy situation. It's important that if you find yourself going through a child support situation that you understand the process. You need to know that you do have rights to protect and options to do so. Child support is more complicated than many believe so it is in your best interest to know how to properly approach your case. If you or someone you know is dealing with a family matter then it is in your best interest to consult with a family law attorney. You can count on a lawyer to understand your case and know how to best resolve this matter. An attorney will always have your best interest in mind while fighting to protect your rights. Please take some time today to contact a family law lawyer to begin discussing your case so that you can begin moving forward.