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When does child support end?

In most cases, child support ends when your child reaches the age 18 and is no longer a full-time student at an accredited high school, but not to exceed the age of 19. This rule applies to all cases in Juvenile Court, and only applies on cases filed after January 1, 1998, in the Court of Domestic Relations.

Some exceptions follow:

Child support can continue:

For a disabled child who is still dependent, regardless of age.
Because you still owe an arrearage (delinquent support).

Child support can stop if:

Your child marries before age 18
Your child joins the armed forces
Your child becomes self supporting before age 18
Your child comes to live with you and you obtain legal custody
You or your child dies
Someone else adopts your child
Child support may stop through actions taken by a court on your case.

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