California · Family Code
FAM §4402: The duty of support under this part is cumulative and not in substitution for any other duty.
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Support obligations under this section are in addition to, not instead of, any other legal duties that may apply.
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The duty of support under this part is cumulative and not in substitution for any other duty.
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