Can I modify or terminate a child support order?

Yes, you can modify or terminate a child support order in South Carolina. The process for modifying or terminating will depend on the type of order that has been issued. If the order was issued through a court, then the court must make the change. In order to modify an existing court order, you must convince the court that there has been a “material change in circumstances” since the order was issued. This means that something has happened that necessitates the order being changed. Factors that may affect a child support order include changes in the parents’ income, changes in the amount of time each parent spends caring for the child, and changes in the cost of living. If the order was issued through an administrative hearing, then the same process of making a material change in circumstances applies. However, you must contact your child support enforcement agency in order to start the process. Whether the order was issued through a court or an administrative hearing, you can also terminate the order. This can be done if the child turns 18, marries, or joins the military. The child support agency or the court must be notified in order to take the appropriate action to terminate the order. It is important to note that any changes to a child support order must be made through legal channels. It is not advisable to make any changes to a child support order without the approval of the court or child support enforcement agency.

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