Child Support Legal Steps

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In the Philippines, both parents are obliged to support their child under the Family Code. Support includes essentials like sustenance, dwelling, education, and medical attendance. The amount is based on the recipients needs and the givers means. Legal action can be taken for non-compliance. Steps include gathering necessary documents, filing a petition in Family Court, and attending a hearing. The nearest Family Court in Cagayan Valley is in Tuguegarao City.

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inconsistent and in sufficient support for our 3 year old child
Hello ****, it appears you're dealing with child support issues. In the Philippines, both parents are obliged to support their child under the Family Code. Key points include:
- Support includes everything indispensable for sustenance, dwelling, education, and medical attendance.
- The amount of support is based on the recipient's needs and the giver's means.
- Legal action can be taken for non-compliance.
Would you like information on how to take legal action?
Yes
Great, ****. Here are the steps to take legal action for child support in Cagayan Valley, Philippines:
*. Gather all necessary documents (proof of income, proof of child's needs, etc).
*. File a petition for support in the Family Court.
*. Attend the hearing and present your case.
The nearest Family Court to you is in Tuguegarao City. Would you like their contact information?
yes

Regional Trial Court - Branch * Tuguegarao City, Cagayan


Phone: (*) * *
Address: Balzain Highway, Tuguegarao City, Cagayan
Website: www.courts.gov.ph