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Does each parent in a divorced situation need to be responsible for paying the school for half of the lunch money?
Generally speaking, if there is a custodial parent and a non-custodial parent (joint custody is different and each case is unique), then the non-custodial parent pays child support and that child support is supposed to be used (along with the custodial parent's contribution, because they're responsible for providing for the child too) to pay for everything that the child needs, including lunches.
Will the custodial parent get less child support if unemployed?
No. Support is based upon the income of the non custodial parent and in some cases the needs of the minor child/children.
Does child support continue if the custodial parent is in jail for a long time?
Yes - the child's needs continue.
How does the IRS know who is the custodial parent?
Not applicable. It goes by the total amount of time the child spends with each parent. If the custodial parent does not have the child at least 51% of the time, they cannot claim the child. This is why the non-custodial parent needs to keep close track of the time in cases where the other parent has custody merely to get child support and the tax deduction, but has no real desire to care for the child. see link
What is the difference between the primary parent and the custodial parent in a child custody arrangement?
In a child custody arrangement, the primary parent is the one who has the most time and responsibility for the child's daily care and needs. The custodial parent, on the other hand, is the one who has legal custody and decision-making authority over the child.
In Texas a community state will the non custodial's spouse have to pay child support if non custodial parent is unemployed Currently the Custodial parent hasn't requested child support.?
Spouses are not responsible for their spouse's children. But, he needs to get a modification.SEE LINKS BELOW
What is customary for paying for vehicles by non-custodial parents aside from paying normal child support?
The obligations of the non-custodial parent are set forth in the separation agreement and child support order. There are no rules regarding expenditures outside those parameters. For all other needs of the child the non-custodial parent should willingly and graciously help their child in any way they can afford.The obligations of the non-custodial parent are set forth in the separation agreement and child support order. There are no rules regarding expenditures outside those parameters. For all other needs of the child the non-custodial parent should willingly and graciously help their child in any way they can afford.The obligations of the non-custodial parent are set forth in the separation agreement and child support order. There are no rules regarding expenditures outside those parameters. For all other needs of the child the non-custodial parent should willingly and graciously help their child in any way they can afford.The obligations of the non-custodial parent are set forth in the separation agreement and child support order. There are no rules regarding expenditures outside those parameters. For all other needs of the child the non-custodial parent should willingly and graciously help their child in any way they can afford.
Is there a legal way to have my court ordered child support be paid directly to my child instead of the custodial parent?
No. The purpose of child support is to help pay the day to day costs of caring for a child. It can be used at the discretion of the custodial parent for rent, mortgage, utility bills, auto expenses, food, clothing, medical expenses, entertainment, educational needs, etc. You cannot pay it over to a child because it is a right owned by the custodial parent and the funds are the property of the custodial parent.
Do non custodial parent have pay child support when the state of Virginia has right of the child?
Yes. The child's needs continue, and VA taxpayers shouldn't have to pay for those needs.
Can the custodial parent deny visitation to the non custodial parent in Washington?
No. The non-custodial parent needs to have the visitation rights enforced by the court if necessary.
If a father was receiving child support in Texas and the child chooses to live with the other parent do you have to pay the other parent child support?
If the arrangement is with the consent of the custodial parent and will be permanent then the custody and child support orders must be modified to reflect the change in legal custody. The parent in Texas needs to have their custody formalized by a court order so they can enroll the child in school, consent to medical treatment, etc. If the child support order is not modified the non-custodial parent may be subject to the accumulation of child support arrears.
Does the parent who has custody ever have to pay the noncustodial parent support?
Alimony to the non-custodial parent may still be ordered; depends on the circumstances. Child support payments are based on both the needs of the child and the ability of the parent to provide them.
