What happens if the payor moves out of the country?

When the payor moves out of the country, the laws of Texas dictate that the payor must still fulfill his or her alimony obligations. The payor must make all payments on time or be in danger of being found in contempt of court. However, it can be difficult for the recipient to collect when the payor has moved out of the country. The court can take steps to ensure that the alimony is paid, even if the payor is no longer in the country. The court can order the payor to set aside funds in a trust account and can garnish the payor’s wages while they are abroad. The court can also decide to place a lien on any property owned by the payor in Texas in order to secure any alimony payments owed. The court might also ask the payor to provide proof of their financial status from the country they are now living in, as well as information on their ability to pay. If the payor fails to provide proof of their financial situation, the court can order that their wages and property be garnished until their alimony payments are made. In some cases, the court may allow the payor to pay a reduced amount of alimony due to the disruption caused by them moving overseas. Each case is unique and the ultimate decision of the court will depend on the individual circumstances.

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