Union County Prosecutors Crack Down on Alleged Deadbeat Dads

Five fathers indicted for failing to pay child support

Mar. 6, 2026 at 5:00pm

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The Union County Grand Jury has separately indicted five fathers locally for not providing child support to their children. In a recent batch of indictments, the court has charged five men with multiple counts of nonsupport of dependents, which are felonies of the fifth degree each carrying a maximum...

Why it matters

This crackdown on alleged deadbeat dads highlights the ongoing issue of unpaid child support and the legal efforts to hold parents financially responsible for their children. Ensuring children receive the financial support they are owed is crucial for their wellbeing and development.

The details

The five men were charged with multiple counts of felony nonsupport of dependents for failing to pay court-ordered child support. The charges carry a maximum penalty, though the specific sentences will be determined by the court.

  • The Union County Grand Jury recently handed down the indictments against the five fathers.

The players

Union County Grand Jury

The grand jury that indicted the five fathers for failing to pay child support.

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The takeaway

This case underscores the legal consequences parents can face for not meeting their financial obligations to their children. It serves as a warning that authorities are actively working to hold deadbeat parents accountable and ensure children receive the support they are owed.