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nonsupport
non·sup·port N0147200 (nŏn′sə-pôrt′)n. Failure to provide for the maintenance of one's legal dependents.nonsupport (ˌnɒnsəˈpɔːt) n (Law) law US the failure to provide for one's family or dependentsnon•sup•port (ˌnɒn səˈpɔrt, -ˈpoʊrt) n. failure to provide financial support for a spouse, child, or other dependent. [1905–10] Nonsupport
NonsupportThe failure of one individual to provide financial maintenance for another individual in spite of a legal obligation to do so. Nonsupport of a spouse or child is a crime in some states and a ground for Divorce in certain jurisdictions. Cross-references Child Support. |