Failure to pay spousal support mandated by the courts is a crime. An individual that stoops paying support to a party as directed by the courts, can face civil and criminal charges for contempt of court. Assuming you have a child support order, resources are available through local child support agencies in San Diego County. These resources can help individuals that have not been paid their legally required spousal support payments. These services are offered free of charge. If a former spouse fails to pay court ordered payments, the local child support agency can be a valuable resource and can assist with:
Credit reporting
Denial of Passport
Property liens
Suspended Licenses
Contacting the Franchise Tax Board Child Support Collection Program
If an ex has stopped or failed to make spousal support payments, there is legal recourse and resources available to help. For assistance with spousal support issues, or to consult with a certified family law specialist in the State of California, call Boyd Law San Diego at (619) 232-1206.