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Modifying the child support order
An existing child support order may be modified (changed) if there is:
- A significant increase or decrease in either parent’s earnings.
- A change in custody or the amount of time the child spends with each parent; or
- A change in any other factor that would affect the child support guideline.
Either parent may request a review of their child support order. The request must be in writing or online using the link below and must state reasons why the amount of the child support order is now too high or too low. A modification may be justified if the support order would change by 20% or $50 whichever is less. Our agency will review the child support order in the event of a major change, like getting a new job, losing a job, or a change in custody or visitation. Quitting a job does not justify a review.
If our agency decides the modification requirements have been met and a change is appropriate, we will ask the court to modify the child support order.
Please note: If our agency decides the requirements for a review are not met, the parent requesting the review may ask the court to review the order.
If the obligor and the obligee can agree to the support amount ahead of time, the obligor and obligee can sign a stipulation (agreement) that must be filed with the court. If there is no agreement, a notice to appear in court will be sent and a judge or commissioner will decide the amount.
In cases where medical support was not already ordered by the court, the law requires our agency to ask the court for a medical support order whenever health insurance becomes available. |
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Obligor – The person who owes court-ordered child support.
Obligee – The parent or guardian to whom child support is owed to. |
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