Child Support Enforcement Process
(Separate Website)
The Office of Child Support Enforcement will take the following steps to collect child support from a non-custodial parent: Step 1: Opening a Child Support Case, Step 2: Locating the Non-custodial Parent, Step 3: Establishing Paternity, Step 4: Establishing a Support Order, and Step 5: Enforcing a Support Order. These web pages describe the process and provide answers to common questions.
By: Office of Child Support Enforcement
Collecting Child Support: A Guide For Parents Your child has a right to be supported. By law, parents must support their child until the child either (1) reaches the age of 18 (if in high school, up to age 20), (2) marries, or (3) becomes emancipated. This web page explains how to collect child support.
By: Georgia Legal Services Program®
Enforcing Child Support
This document contains information about the process for enforcing child support.
By: Atlanta Legal Aid Society, Inc.
License Suspension for Failure to Pay Student Loans or Child Support
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The Secretary of State’s office has the authority to suspend the professional licenses (i.e. dentists, engineers, used car dealers, cosmetologists, stock brokers, etc.) of those individuals who are delinquent in paying their court-ordered child support. Through this program, the Secretary of State’s office has collected millions of dollars in past due support. This authority does not extend to professionals who receive licensure through other agencies. For example, other state agencies have the ability to suspend drivers’ licenses when child support is owed.
By: Georgia Secretary of State
I already have an order for child support. Do I still need to fill out the financial affidavit and the child support worksheets?
(Separate Website)
Yes, you must fill out the financial affidavit and child support worksheets. The court will not accept your papers for filing without the completed affidavit and worksheets. Divorce laws frequently change, and the court must make sure that the child support amount complies with the current laws. Also, the court must make sure that the child support amount is fair given the current income of the parents.
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Modification of a Court Order in a Family Law Case
This document explains how to modify a court order in a family law case.
By: Atlanta Legal Aid Society, Inc.
Common Questions about the Uniformed Services Former Spouses' Protection Act
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This document answers common questions about the Uniformed Services Former Spouses' Protection Act which covers enforcement of child support, alimony, and other obligations that members of the Armed Services have toward their spouses and children.
By: State Bar of Georgia Pro Bono Project
Common Questions about Alimony and Child Support from Military Personnel and Defense Employees
(Separate Website)
This web page contains answers to common questions about collecting child support and alimony from military personnel and employees of the Department of Defense.
By: State Bar of Georgia Pro Bono Project
Can I get part of my spouse's military retirement or civilian pension?
(Separate Website)
You may be able to get part of your spouse's military retirement or civilian pension. This can be true even if your spouse is not retired yet. Click to read more.
By: State Bar of Georgia Pro Bono Project
Child Custody and Visitation (Answers to Common Questions)
This document contains the answers to questions that many people have about child custody.
By: Atlanta Legal Aid Society, Inc.
Modification of a Court Order in a Family Law Case
This document explains how to modify a court order in a family law case.
By: Atlanta Legal Aid Society, Inc.
Paternity - Establishing Fathers' Responsibilities
Establishing paternity means that you are determining who is the father of a particular child. This document discusses common questions about paternity, such as: (1) How may the paternity of a child be established? (2) Who can start an action to establish paternity? (3) Does the mother of the child have to be a party and be notified?
By: Atlanta Legal Aid Society, Inc.
Child Deprivation, Domestic Violence and Visitation
Powerpoint on Child Deprivation, Domestic Violence and Visitation issues.
By: Georgia Legal Services Program®
The Role of Guardians Ad Litem in Domestic Violence and Child Custody Matters
A Powerpoint presentation on the Role of Guardians Ad Litem in Domestic Violence and Child Custody Matters
By: Georgia Legal Services Program®
The Georgia Child Support Law Details the 2007 child support law for the state of Georgia
By: Atlanta Legal Aid Society, Inc.
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Learn about Parents' Rights
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This presentation was developed as part of the Law and Government Education Project in the Institute of Government at the University of Georgia. In partnership with the Law School and the Center for Teaching and Learning at UGA and the Law School at Mercer University, the Institute develops resources on basic areas of Georgia and federal law. These resources are then distributed across the state in a variety of ways including the State Bar of Georgia?s Pro Bono Project website. We hope you will find this presentation to be useful and informative. Please be advised, however, that this presentation is designed to provide general information only and does not substitute for legal advice. At the conclusion of the presentation you will find a list of organizations which may be able to provide assistance to those who have legal issues relevant to the topic of this presentation. We encourage viewers to contact these organizations for help. Also, please consult the Pro Bono Project website for a list of other presentations available for viewing.
By: Carl Vinson Institute of Government, University of Georgia
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Burial and Plot-Interment Allowances
(Separate Website)
The website gives information on how to be partial reimbursed for an eligible veteran's burial and funeral costs.
By: State Bar of Georgia Pro Bono Project
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Veterans' Burial and Memorial Benefits
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The Department of Veterans' Affairs National Cemetery Administration's web site is designed to assist you with information on the VA's national cemeteries and other memorial benefits.
By: State Bar of Georgia Pro Bono Project
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Veterans' Survivors' Benefits
If your spouse, parent, or child was a veteran that has died, you might be eligible for benefits. This document is a list of them.
By: Atlanta Legal Aid Society, Inc.
Details of My Final Arrangements This document helps you sort out your thoughts (and write them out) about how you want things to be managed upon your death. Click to read more.
By: Department of Human Resources, Division of Aging Services
End of Life Planning: DO NOT RESUSCITATE ORDER
this document attempts to clarify when you will be resuscitated or not resuscitated, even if you have it in writing that you do or don't want to be.
By: Georgia Department of Human Resources, Division of Aging Services
The Facts About Financial Powers of Attorney
Learn what you need to know about advance directives.
By: Atlanta Legal Aid Society, Inc.
A Checklist of What To Do When A Loved One Dies
If you are in charge of handling the affairs of a person who has died, this is a checklist of some of the more important considerations.
By: Georgia Department of Human Resources, Division of Aging Services
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A Consumer's Guide to Cemeteries and Funeral Services
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This brochure is designed to better acquaint you with the laws and rules regulating perpetual care cemeteries, preneed dealers, and merchandise dealers in our state.
By: Georgia Secretary of State
Access to Vital Records (Birth Certificates, Marriage and Divorce Records, etc.)
(Separate Website)
This web site contains information about vital records kept by the State of Georgia, including birth certificates, death certificates, marriage and divorce records, and the putative father registry.
By: Georgia Division of Public Health
Consumer Bill of Rights for Funeral Goods and Services
This document describes the kinds of things you should ask for BEFORE purchasing any funeral goods or services or signing a "preneed" funeral contract.
By: Georgia Department of Human Resources, Division of Aging Services
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Frequently Asked Questions About What to Do When Someone Dies
(Separate Website)
This document answers common questions about what to do when someone dies.
By: Athens-Clarke County Probate Court
What to Do When a Loved One Dies
(Separate Website)
There are a number of different proceedings which may be filed following the death of a loved one who owns property in the State of Georgia.This page briefly describes the usual, initial proceedings.
By: Probate Courts of Bibb and Clark Counties
What You Need to Know About Funeral Homes, Crematories and Cemeteries This document answers common questions about funerals, funeral homes, crematories and laws regulating the funeral process in Georgia.
By: Georgia Department of Human Resources, Division of Aging Services
How to File for a Family Violence Protective Order - A Self-Help Manual Instructions on how to file for a Family Violence Protective Order and protective order forms.
By: Georgia Legal Services Program®
Protective Order Forms for Use in Georgia
(Separate Website)
This website contains the most current forms for the Georgia Protective Order Registry. These forms are provided in Adobe (PDF) format. Use these forms to obtain a protective order.
By: Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority
Domestic Violence and Protective Orders (Answers to Common Questions)
This document answers questions that many people ask about getting protective orders against people who are threatening, abusing or stalking them.
By: Atlanta Legal Aid Society, Inc.
How to Get a Restraining Order and Common Questions about Family Violence
(Separate Website)
This web site takes you through the steps to get a restraining order and answers common questions about family violence.
By: Women's Law Initiative
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How to Get a Temporary Protective Order A temporary protective order (TPO) is a document issued by a court to help protect you from someone who is abusing, threatening or harassing you. The order will require the abuser to stay a certain distance away from you, your home and your work. The abuser will be prohibited from contacting you in person, by email, by telephone, by mail and through a third party. The court can also order the abuser to stay away from your children if the court feels the abuser poses a risk to your children. This document will walk you through the process for getting a Temporary Protective Order from the court.
By: Atlanta Legal Aid Society, Inc.
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Learn about Protective Orders
(Separate Website)
This presentation was developed as part of the Law and Government Education Project in the Institute of Government at the University of Georgia. In partnership with the Law School and the Center for Teaching and Learning at UGA and the Law School at Mercer University, the Institute develops resources on basic areas of Georgia and federal law. These resources are then distributed across the state in a variety of ways including the State Bar of Georgia?s Pro Bono Project website. We hope you will find this presentation to be useful and informative. Please be advised, however, that this presentation is designed to provide general information only and does not substitute for legal advice. At the conclusion of the presentation you will find a list of organizations which may be able to provide assistance to those who have legal issues relevant to the topic of this presentation. We encourage viewers to contact these organizations for help. Also, please consult the Pro Bono Project website for a list of other presentations available for viewing.
By: Carl Vinson Institute of Government, University of Georgia
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How to Enforce Protection Orders When You Move To Another State
(Separate Website)
Do you have a protective order? Are you thinking of moving to another state? This document contains information to help you use the full faith and credit law for enforcement of your protective order by other states.
By: Violence Against Women Office and Minnesota Center Against Violence & Abuse
Breaking Free From Domestic Violence This resource gives step by step instructions about how to get out of a domestic violence situation.
By: Georgia Legal Services Program®
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Brochures on Domestic Violence and Safety for You and Your Children
(Separate Website)
This brochure details the legal aspects of domestic violence, including where to get help, court orders, where to find information on domestic violence, and where to find a lawyer
By: American Bar Association
Evaluating Whether Batterers Will Kill-- a Lethality Assessment Evaluating Whether Batterers Will Kill-- a Lethality Assessment
By: Georgia Legal Services Program®
Economic Safety Plan for Victims of Domestic Violence If you are a victim of family violence, your first concern is the safety of you and your children. When you are in a safe place and have a safety plan and a Temporary Protective Order (TPO), you can start planning your economic security. This guide will help you.
By: Georgia Legal Services Program®
Domestic Violence: Safety Tips for You and Your Family
(Separate Website)
Whether or not you feel you are able to leave someone who is abusing you, there are things you can do to make you and your family safer.
By: American Bar Association Commission on Domestic Violence
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Safety Planning for Domestic Violence
(Separate Website)
This brochure tells you how to take steps to protect yourself against family violence.
By: American Bar Association Commission on Domestic Violence and Tort Insurance Practice Section
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What if my spouse is abusive?
(Separate Website)
Tell your lawyer or the court if there is family violence in your home. You can ask the court to order the abuser to stay away from you (a protective order). If your spouse is violent and you have children, the judge can issue special orders to keep you safe during visitation. The court should consider your safety and the child's safety when it decides custody and visitation.
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Myths & Realities of Identity Change for DV Survivors Produced by Greater Boston Legal Services, this flyer explores the realities behind changing identities for survivors of domestic violence.
By: Atlanta Legal Aid Society, Inc.
Who's Spying on Your Computer? Spyware, Surveillance, and Safety for Survivors The NNEDV Safety Net Project present this information. While stalking is an age old crime, Spyware has made it easier than ever before for perpetrators to stalk, track, monitor, and harass their victims. Abusers, stalkers and other perpetrators can now use Spyware to secretly monitorwhat you do on your computer or handheld device, like a cell phone.
By: Atlanta Legal Aid Society, Inc.
Technology Safety Planning with Survivors Technology safety planning tips from the National Network to End Domestic Violence to discuss if someone you know is in danger.
By: Atlanta Legal Aid Society, Inc.
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Divorce (Answers to Common Questions)
This document contains answers to questions many people ask about divorce.
By: Atlanta Legal Aid Society, Inc.
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Domestic Violence in Georgia Fact Sheet
(Separate Website)
This fact sheet provides statistics on domestic violence in Georgia and across the nation and lists hotline numbers and other resources available to help victims of domestic violence.
By: Georgia Department of Human Resources
Legal Definitions for Family Law and Domestic Violence Cases
(Separate Website)
This document contains definitions for legal words often used in domestic violence and family law hearings.
By: Women's Law Initiative
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