If you discover that you should no longer be paying child support, you should notify the agency as quickly as possible. You are still obligated to make payments as long as the order is in existence, even if those payments are no longer required. If you stop making payments, the agency may report your failure to pay to the appropriate authorities, which could have an adverse effect on your ability to get other orders or work permits. The agency can file a complaint with the appropriate court to have the current order modified or terminated. The agency can also seek additional funds from you if it believes you have the ability to pay more than what you currently do. If you fail to pay as ordered, the agency can ask the court to hold you in contempt of court and sentence you accordingly. If you want to stop making child support payments, contact the agency immediately to explain why. See if there are any options available for reducing or removing yourself from the payment schedule. If you feel like you cannot afford to pay anymore, discuss potential modifications with the agency so they can help you find affordable alternatives. It is important to remember that a child support order is just that- an order. It does not affect your rights as a parent, but rather establishes certain responsibilities. If you feel like you cannot meet these obligations, you should communicate this to the agency so they can adjust the schedule accordingly.