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IN MICHIGAN: I have to pay child support, alimony, insurance, and other expenses after the divorce my wife got against me. Do I go to prison or Jail if I have zero income and I cannot pay??

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May 05 2:22 p.m. (3 minutes and 13 seconds later)

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Hi,

You should appeal if the decree is recent. If not, move in court for a downward modification. If you can prove that you really have no income, you won't go to jail. It is a heavy burden and if you already tried because the decree is recent and your arguments were rejected by the court.............even more difficult. Finally jail is possible if you have quit a job or otherwise rendered yourself unable to pay. These awards are based on actual income and your ABILITY TO PAY BY BEING EMPLOYED.

Rich

Edited by rvlaw on May 5 2008 at 2:25pm

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