In a recent decision, the Lahore High Court has ruled that a father is required to continue paying child maintenance even if the case is still under trial. The decision came during proceedings where the issue of stopping maintenance payments was raised.
According to the details, a father had approached the court with a request to suspend maintenance payments until the final outcome of the case. The argument was based on the fact that the matter was still being heard. However, the court did not accept this request.
The Lahore High Court stated that the financial support of a minor child cannot be paused due to ongoing legal proceedings. The court noted that such payments are essential for meeting routine expenses such as food, schooling, and healthcare.
The judgment also pointed out that court cases can take time, and stopping maintenance during this period may affect the child’s day to day life. Therefore, the responsibility to provide financial support continues while the case is in process.
