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HomeFamily CodeDiv. 9Pt. 5Ch. 1§ 4501 Family Support Enforcement

§ 4501 Family Support Enforcement

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§ 4501 Family Support Enforcement

This law says that family support orders must be followed just like child support orders.

Key Takeaways

  • •Family support orders are as serious as child support orders.
  • •Not following the order can lead to legal trouble.
  • •The rules for enforcing family support are the same as for child support.

Example

A parent is ordered by the court to pay $500 every month to help support their family.

If they don't pay, they can get in trouble just like if they didn't pay child support.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 4501 Family Support Enforcement

A family support order is enforceable in the same manner and to the same extent as a child support order. (Enacted by Stats. 1992, Ch. 162, Sec. 10. Operative January 1, 1994.)

Last verified: January 9, 2026

Key Terms

family support orderchild support order

Related Statutes

  • § 17000 Child Support Definitions
  • § 1500 Marital Property Agreements
  • § 1501 Minor Marital Property Agreements
  • § 1502 Marital Property Agreement Recording
  • § 1503 Premarital Agreements Validity

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Family Code. Section 4501.
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