Child Support
Florida Statute 61.30 addresses child support guidelines. Both parents have the obligation to pay for and support minor children.
All questions as to how much child support needs to be paid by the non-custodial parent starts with the statutory guidelines. While this is a starting point for discussions, a wide array of factors can adjust the actual amount paid upwards or downards. Issues such as day-care, after school activities, and school activities is not in the child support guidelines, and must be addresses seperately.
Post Judgment Modification
Circumstances change. A parent who had a well paying job when the final decree was entered may no longer be in the same financial position. Time sharing and custody arrangements may have changed since the final decreee was entered. In these circumstances, the child support order is modifiable.
The child support guidelines under Florida Statute 61.30 provide for a modification of one’s child support obligation when a substantial change in circumstances has occurred in the payor’s ability to pay the child support amount. Before the court may find that the guidelines provide a substantial change in circumstances there must be a difference between the existing monthly obligation and the amount provided for under the guidelines of at least 15 percent or $50, whichever amount is greater.
Contact a Family Attorney Today
If you have child support issues, contact Denmon & Denmon Trial Lawyers today at 813.554.3232 (Hillsborough) or 727.753.0049(Pasco and Pinellas). Ask to Speak Directly to an Attorney.
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