Full question:
I am 18 years old. I’m physically handicapped and living with my parents in West Virginia. Can I continue to get financial support from my parents after I turn 18? Is there any law in West Virginia that makes me eligible for support?
- Category: Minors
- Subcategory: Child Support
- Date:
- State: West Virginia
Answer:
Yes, in West Virginia, you can continue to receive support from your parents after turning 18 if you meet certain conditions. According to West Virginia Code § 48-11-103, you may qualify for support if you are physically handicapped or disabled, unmarried, living with your parents, and enrolled as a full-time student in a secondary or vocational program. However, this support will end when you turn 20 years old.
Specifically, the law states that child support payments can continue past age 18 as long as you are making substantial progress toward a diploma. Additionally, the law does not change the eligibility of handicapped or disabled children to receive support beyond age 18.
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