You may be familiar with the old Compromise of Arrears Program (COAP), which helped parents reduce child support debt owed to the state. The new program expands eligibility. Only customers with arrears owed to the state qualify for this program.
California debt relief is a real thing. It's available through a number of different California Debt Relief programs, including the state's Debt Relief Program and Mortgage Assistance Program. You can also get help from private debt relief companies.
Under California law, the following strategies may be available to address back child support and arrears: Motion to Re-Determine Back Child Support. Compromise of Arrears Program. Suspension of Interest Under Chapter 13 Bankruptcy. Petition for 'Equitable Forgiveness' ... Motion to Set Aside Invalid Court Judgment.
If the custodial parent needs the child support arrears to properly provide for the child, the court is unlikely to approve your petition for a reduction or waiver. That said, while it's challenging to reduce or eliminate child support arrears, it's not impossible.
The good news is yes, child support arrears can potentially be forgiven. You would need to have a joint petition filed along with the other parent though, showing that you are both in mutual agreement and jointly requesting that the arrears be waived or forgiven.
No, debt relief and credit repair services are not inherent scams. They are legitimate resources to help consumers manage debt and increase credit scores.
You enroll through a credit counseling agency. The agency will work with your creditors to reduce or eliminate interest and work out an affordable repayment schedule. Qualifying Californians can get out of debt in 36-60 payments, on average.