In Amsterdam, parents who do not pay maintenance contributions for children between 18 and 21 years old are often compelled through local procedures. The law provides Amsterdam residents with powerful tools to enforce their rights, with specific support from the Amsterdam District Court.
LBIO and Coercive Measures in Amsterdam
Via the Landelijke Bureaus Inning Onderhoudsbijdragen (LBIO), as a young person in Amsterdam, you can enforce a payment order. In case of non-payment, garnishment on salary or accounts follows, often executed via the registry of the Amsterdam District Court at Prins Bernhardplein.
Legal Proceedings at the Amsterdam District Court
Start with a notice of default by registered mail. Follow up with a writ of summons at the Family Division of the Amsterdam District Court. The judge may award a penalty payment: €50 per day of delay, with a maximum of €10,000. Local law firms such as those in the Zuidas specialise in this.
Practical Tips for Amsterdam Residents
Document all communication, payments and reminders via e-mail or the Rechtspraak app. For urgency: file a request for an interim measure with the Amsterdam family judge. Parents with financial problems due to high Amsterdam rent can apply for reduction at the Council for Legal Aid in the city.
In 2023, LBIO collected €150 million nationwide, of which a significant portion for Amsterdam students at the UvA or HvA. Success factor: timely action prevents limitation after 5 years, especially relevant in a dynamic city like Amsterdam.