Hey guys,
So I know this might be a weird question, but I’ve got a friend who’s going through a tough time. Their mom, who was the custodial parent, recently passed away. They’re wondering what happens to all the back child support. Anyone know anything about this? I remember hearing something about it a while ago, but I can’t quite remember the details.
Not weird at all to ask… Sorry about your friend’s loss. When the custodial parent passes, the back child support doesn’t just disappear. It’s still owed, and the money can go to the estate or the child directly. My buddy went through something similar, and it’s a tough road, but they got it sorted out eventually. Maybe your friend should chat with a lawyer just to be sure.