LEARN THE PROCESS
Child support can help to establish and maintain financial stability, but may introduce safety risks for some. Making informed decisions about pursuing child support and planning for your safety is important. If you decide to begin or continue with child support services, you have options, or you can always seek child support services later.
Unsure if you are in an Abusive Relationship?
When most people hear “family violence,” they think of physical or sexual violence. Some people that cause harm never physically attack their victims. People that cause harm can find ways to control without physical violence, using threats, shame, insults and isolation. Abusers can also use threats about child or child support to maintain control.
Learn the facts:
https://www.thehotline.org/is-this-abuse/
The Relationship Spectrum (loveisrespect.org)
Is Child Support Right for You?
The impacts of family violence on families pursuing child support are most common in three key areas: physical, financial and parenting. Your safety is the most important thing. You are the best person to answer the question, “Is child support right for you?”
Consider if child support is right for your circumstances by asking these questions: