Emancipated 18 year old not living with CP

[Homer]

Ok, a few years ago I was divorced in Colorado. Have an 18 year old daughter living in Missouri. Last year she dropped out of High School against my wishes and moved in with her boyfriend. I was aware if the situation but have no real contact. Despite my misgivings I continued to pay her mother without challenging it. Now mother moving back to Colorado. daughter staying in Missouri with BF and mother acknowledges she is self supporting. Am I correct in assuming the mother is no longer due support? Seems to me all parties acknowledge she is emancipated.

[MixedBag]

each state is slightly different -- you'll have to check the state's code that has jurisdiction.  (Not sure if that's Colorado or Missouri)   

And if it seems like you fit the criteria -- file away and see if the courts agree.

[ocean]

Are you paying the mother directly or through the state?
Pull out your papers and find that section about emancipation. Some states are 18, others are 21, others until they graduate college. Since daughter is living separately from mom, mom should not be getting any money.

If you pay her directly, stop and file a motion to close case so she can not come after you later.
If you pay through the state, file a motion to stop child support as child is emancipated and not living with mother. There is a small chance depending on your state that you will be forced to send child the money instead (if she goes back to HS).

You have to file where your last set of court papers were ordered. Many courts have the papers online.