Minnesota · Minnesota Statutes — Ch. 609 Criminal Code; 152 Controlled Substances

Minn. Stat. (Crimes) § 609.375: NONSUPPORT OF SPOUSE OR CHILD

Felony

What this law says, in plain English

Knowingly failing to pay court-ordered spousal or child support is a criminal offense with penalties ranging from misdemeanor to felony depending on duration and arrears amount.

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