Does alimony have to be paid if the recipient moves away?

In North Carolina, the answer to the question of whether alimony has to be paid if the recipient moves away depends on the language included in the alimony agreement/order. Generally, alimony is paid until the recipient remarries or until either party dies. However, if the agreement/order states that payments will stop if the recipient moves away, the court will enforce this clause and payments will cease. It is important for both parties to understand the language in their alimony agreement/order. If the recipient moves away and the agreement does not specifically state that payments will stop, the court will expect payments to still be made. If the paying party does not continue to pay alimony, they may be found in contempt of the court and could face fines or prison time. If the paying party changes their address or place of employment, they must notify the court and the recipient about their change of address. This is important so the recipient can still receive alimony payments on time. Additionally, if the paying party is moving out of the state, they should consult an attorney to ensure that they remain in compliance with the law, as there may be additional steps they must take to ensure the payments continue.

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