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HomeFamily CodeDiv. 9Pt. 1Ch. 3Art. 2§ 3587 Adult Child Support Agreements

§ 3587 Adult Child Support Agreements

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§ 3587 Adult Child Support Agreements

Key Takeaways

  • •Parents can agree to keep supporting their child even after they turn 18.
  • •A judge can approve this agreement and make it official.
  • •This is only if both parents agree and the judge says it's okay.

Example

A 19-year-old is in college and still needs help from their parents.

If both parents agree to keep paying for their child's college expenses, a judge can make this agreement official so both parents have to follow it.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 3587 Adult Child Support Agreements

Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the court has the authority to approve a stipulated agreement by the parents to pay for the support of an adult child or for the continuation of child support after a child attains the age of 18 years and to make a support order to effectuate the agreement.

Last verified: February 26, 2026

Related Statutes

  • § 3585 Child Support Agreement Severability
  • § 3586 Combined Support Agreement Rules
  • § 4610 Child Support Security Deposits
  • § 4611 Child Support Payment Presumptions
  • § 4612 Child Support Arrears Defenses

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Family Code. Section 3587.
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