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The Basics of California Child Support Payments
The California Department of Child Support Services (DCSS) has a formula for calculating child support payments. This formula takes into account the income of both parents and the number of children involved. The formula also considers any special circumstances, such as medical expenses or daycare costs. The formula is known as the “guideline” calculation, and it’s used to determine the amount of child support that must be paid. The court may deviate from this guideline in certain cases, but it’s important to understand the basics of the formula before making any decisions.Calculating Child Support Payments
The first step in calculating child support payments is to determine the income of both parents. This includes wages, salaries, bonuses, commissions, and other sources of income. If a parent is unemployed or underemployed, the court may impute income to that parent based on their education and work experience. Once the income of both parents has been determined, the court will then calculate the amount of support that must be paid. This amount is based on the income of both parents and the number of children involved. The court may also consider any special circumstances, such as medical expenses or daycare costs. These special circumstances may result in an adjustment to the child support payments.Understanding Your Legal Obligations
It’s important to understand your legal obligations when it comes to child support payments. The court will use the guideline calculation to determine the amount of child support that must be paid. However, the court may deviate from this guideline in certain cases. It’s also important to understand your rights and responsibilities when it comes to child support payments. The California DCSS provides information and resources to help you understand your legal obligations.Getting Help with Child Support Payments
If you need help understanding your legal obligations or calculating child support payments, you may want to consider consulting with an experienced family law attorney. At Marmolejo Law, APC, we understand the complexities of family law, and we can help you understand your legal obligations and make sure you’re taking care of your children. Our attorneys can also provide guidance on calculating child support payments and navigating the court system.