Ex-Twins pitcher takes the loss fighting child support claim by woman he met while playing in Japan

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The Minnesota Court of Appeals ruled that Randy “Jay” Jackson Jr. must pay child support to Masami Kiya, who he met while playing in Japan. Jackson contested the jurisdiction of Minnesota courts, arguing that the child support agreement was established in Japan. However, the appeals panel upheld the lower court's ruling, stating that the case is governed by the Minnesota Uniform Interstate Family Support Act. The court noted Jackson's brief residency in Minnesota during his time with the Twins as evidence of his intent to remain in the state.

Kiya is seeking $106,000 in unpaid child support for their son, born in December 2018. After the ruling, Jackson has 30 days to appeal to the state Supreme Court. His attorney indicated that they have not yet discussed next steps. This ruling highlights the complexities of international child support agreements and their enforcement across jurisdictions.

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