Does non-custodial parent have to help pay for childcare?

Answer 1

The individual would be required (in the eyes of the law) to pay college expenses, if the child demands to the courts (especially in the case of dependents) the maximum age is 24 years-old. However, child support would continue until the child graduates college, or stops attending. Still, on the moral side, both parents should have the best interest of the child in mind, and do everything possible to ensure a college education if the child so chooses. There are many ways to acquire funds, even from the corporate sector. Check with the financial aid office at a college near you and inquire about what options are available.

Answer 2

They have to if it is so ordered by the court. However, the non-custodial parent has the right to petition the court to remove that provision. If the court finds it would be in the best interests of the child to do so, a modification may be permitted.

If both parents have health coverage, generally the courts will mandate the parent with the more comprehensive policy maintain insurance on their minor child or children.

Answer 3

This will vary from case to case. It is determined when figuring out child support payments, and the details will be figured out within the court order that defines the child support details.

Each state, and sometimes each county within the state, has different formulas to determine support payments. Many times the portion of medical expnses will match the support payments.

For example, in my own case I am the custodial parent. I am responsible for 40% of the "cost to raise a child" per my state's (PA) calculations. This makes the non-custodial responsible for 60% of her care.

That carries over to other expenses. Any bills not covered by our daughter's insurance are split 40/60. Our support order also clarifies this with only begining after the first $200 in medical bills are payed by myself.

This also carries into other expenses. If I were to send her to private school, he'd have to pay 60% of tuition. Any sports and other extra curricular activities would also be split in this manner.

Answer 4

This matter should be clarified in the court orders for custody, or your divorce decree.

Answer 5

That depends on the details of your divorce decree. In some cases yes, in some cases no.

Answer 6

yes
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Answer 7

Only if the order requires it.