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The Virgin Islands Petition to Modify or Amend Divorce Decree Stopping Child Support on the Grounds that Respondent Interfered with Visitation Rights and Child is Now an Adult is a legal document that seeks to change the terms of a divorce decree to stop child support payments due to interference with visitation rights and the child reaching adulthood. This petition can be filed in the Virgin Islands court system to address situations where the custodial parent is preventing the non-custodial parent from exercising their visitation rights, despite the child now being of adult age. The Virgin Islands recognizes that as children grow into adulthood, their financial needs may change, and the obligation for child support may no longer be necessary. In cases where a custodial parent has interfered with the non-custodial parent's visitation rights, causing strain on the parent-child relationship, it may be appropriate to seek a modification or amendment to the divorce decree. In filing this petition, the non-custodial parent should gather all relevant evidence, such as communication records, witness statements, or any other documentation that supports their claim of interference with visitation rights by the custodial parent. It is important to demonstrate that the custodial parent's actions have negatively impacted the parent-child relationship and that continuing child support payments are no longer justifiable. Different types of Virgin Islands Petitions to Modify or Amend Divorce Decree Stopping Child Support on the Grounds that Respondent Interfered with Visitation Rights and Child is Now an Adult can include: 1. Petition for Modification of Child Support: This filing seeks a modification to the divorce decree based on interference with visitation rights and the child reaching adulthood. 2. Petition for Amendment of Custody Arrangement: In some cases, the non-custodial parent may also request a change in the custody arrangement due to the custodial parent's interference, if in the child's best interest. 3. Petition for Contempt: If the custodial parent continues to deny visitation rights despite a court order, the non-custodial parent may additionally file a petition for contempt to address this issue and enforce the visitation rights. It is crucial to consult with an experienced family law attorney who specializes in divorce and child custody matters in the Virgin Islands when filing this petition. They can guide you through the legal process, help gather necessary evidence, and ensure that your rights and the best interests of the child are protected.
