How much of each check can be garnished for child support in Texas?

Answer 1

The guidelines for the support of a child in this section are specifically designed to apply to situations in which the obligor's monthly net resources are $6,000 or less. If the obligor's monthly net resources are $6,000 or less, the court shall presumptively apply the following schedule in rendering the child support order:

% Net Resources 1 - 20%, 2 - 25%. 3 - 30%, 4 - 35%, 5 - 40%, 6 or more - Not less than the amount for 5 children

If the obligor's net resources exceed $6,000 per month, the court shall presumptively apply the percentage guidelines to the first $6,000 of the obligor's net resources. Without further reference to the percentage recommended by these guidelines, the court may order additional amounts of
child support as appropriate, depending on the income of the parties and the proven needs of the child.

Sections 154.125 and 154.126 of the Texas Family Code.

Answer 2

The starting points are as follows:

# of children

Percentage of Obligor's

Net Resources

1

20%

2

25%

3

30%

4

35%

5

40%

6 or more

Not less than the amount for 5 children