Pennsylvania law sections 7607-7609 outline the procedures for contesting, confirming, and modifying registered child support orders from other states. Section 7607 details defenses that can be used to challenge enforcement, while 7608 confirms the order once validated, preventing further disputes. Section 7609 addresses the process for registering and modifying out-of-state child support orders.
You can contest the order if the issuing court lacked jurisdiction, the order was obtained by fraud, has been modified, or if payment has been made, among other defenses listed in the law.
If you fail to establish a valid defense, the tribunal will confirm the order, making it enforceable and preventing further contest.
Yes, Pennsylvania has procedures for registering and modifying out-of-state child support orders under Section 7609.
Confirmation precludes further disputes about the order regarding matters that could have been raised at registration, ensuring enforcement stability.