Child SupportCase LawEnforcementContemptFederal
If both civil and criminal relief is imposed in the same action, then the criminal feature of the order is dominant and fixes its character a criminal for purposes of review and burdens of proof.
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Child SupportCase LawPaternityAdjudicationFederal
The period for ascertaining the fatherhood of the child must be sufficiently long to permit those who have an interest in the child to bring an action on their behalf despite the personal difficulties that may surround the birth of a child outside of wedlock.
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KansasChild SupportCase LawPaternityAdjudication
Prior to ordering a blood test to determine whether the presumed parent is the biological parent, the district court must consider the best interests of the child, including physical, mental, and emotional needs.
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KansasChild SupportCase LawPaternityGenetic Testing
Prior to ordering a blood test to determine whether the presumed parent is the biological parent, the district court must consider the best interests of the child, including physical, mental, and emotional needs.
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KansasChild SupportCase LawEstablishment of SupportDuration of Support
A child support obligation terminates “when a child goes to live with the other parent” is clarified and restricted to situations where a permanent change of residence is involved.
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KansasChild SupportCase LawModification of SupportChange in Circumstances
When a child goes to live with the other parent, but it is not a permanent change in custody, “abatement” is accepted as a court ordered modification.
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KansasChild SupportCase LawEnforcementArrears
A child support obligation terminates “when a child goes to live with the other parent” is clarified and restricted to situations where a permanent change of residence is involved.
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Child SupportCase LawPaternityFederalPresumptions
Only a presumed father or mother may rebut a presumption of paternity.
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WyomingChild SupportCase LawPaternityGenetic Testing
While genetic testing may be necessary in a paternity action, the presumption of paternity can be effectively rebutted by the agreement of the parties.
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WyomingChild SupportCase LawPaternityAdjudication
Presumed fathers are barred from contesting parentage if they do not bring actions within a reasonable time and by the doctrines of res judicata, collateral estoppel, and judicial estoppel.
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