Child Support Calculations....

[mrrippey]

What is the name of your state? NY
When i goto court to modify my order, why is it that they NEVER ask her for her salary numbers, only mine? Last time I went (2 years ago) they made me bring all my taxes, bank statements and pay stubs, she didnt bring anything and they just said I have to pay X amount without taking her money into account. She works and actually makes more than me but they basically sais I have to pay 28% (two kids) of what I make (adjusted gross), no if and's or buts. Am I missing something?

Rippey

 

[SM5NY]

I also live in NY. Your 28% is correct for 2 kids (28%of your gross), and you both should have filled out financial affidavits Tell you the truth its so pointless to fill those out. I only ever saw them looked at every now and then.

Also NY requires to see pay stubs, tax return, etc to prove income. Your 28% is correct and if they have not looked at her financials, its cause she has the kid and already pays what you don't out of her check to raise them. In NY as you may know the support is to help pay for rent, heat, clothing, food.. etc (basically where your kids live). I'm sure your 28% would not completely cover everything, so don't sweat it thinking she's some rich women now.
However if you feel that this case should be looked at again. Modify the order with a good attorney.
I don't completey agree with the laws myself and the judge can order different then the guildlines.
Good luck

 

[haiku]

ummm.... the percentage is not considered to be the sole support of what it takes to raise the kid. the custodial parent, no matter what formula a state uses always gets a financial credit for being the one to house the kid, but they are expected to support the kid financially also.

I could not find specific New York guidelines but NY may be a state that does not take the CP's income when figuring support. "mrrippey" should do an internet search for the New York state government pages, and read up on how his state figures support for NCP's.