Sec. 10. If the verdict or finding of the court is against a defendant, the court shall:
(1) enter judgment against the defendant or defendants; and
(2) order that adequate provision be made for the support of the parent or parents, taking into consideration:
(A) the needs of the parent or parents;
(B) the ability of the defendant to pay; and
(C) the evidence given in the action concerning treatment given the child by the parent when obligated to support the child.
[Pre-1997 Recodification Citation: 31-2-9-5 part.]
As added by P.L.1-1997, SEC.8.
Structure Indiana Code
Title 31. Family Law and Juvenile Law
Article 16. Family Law: Support of Children and Other Dependents
Chapter 17. Liability for Support of Parents
31-16-17-1. Duty to Furnish Support for Parents
31-16-17-2. Action for Support; Parties Plaintiff
31-16-17-3. Averments of Complaint
31-16-17-6. Pleading; Service of Notice on Defendant
31-16-17-7. Additional Parties Defendant; Admissibility of Evidence
31-16-17-10. Judgment and Order