Child support and custody of children between two parent’s In Rogers County is part of every family law case. There are specific rules in the state regarding which parent pays and how much they pay. In those cases where one or both parents recieve assitance from the state DHS will have to approve the amount paid. Thigs that trigger a DHS approval include payments for Sooner Care, food stamps or other assitance provided by the state.
Child Support Calculations in Oklahoma
Oklahoma, child support calculates using the “Income Shares Model,” which considers both parents’ income and the number of children needing support. The kind of custody each parent has will also impact the amount owed. Under this model, child support payments calculate based on the total income of both parents, as well as the number of children that they are supporting. The Oklahoma family law Guidelines provide a formula for calculating the amount a parent pays that takes into account the following factors:
- The gross income of both parents, including wages, salaries, bonuses, commissions, and self-employment income.
- Any deductions from income, such as taxes, Social Security, and Medicare.
- The number of children needing support.
- Any child care expenses related to the child or children.
- Any health insurance premiums paid for the child or children.
- Any extraordinary medical expenses incurred for the child or children.
- Any other extraordinary expenses related to the child or children, such as educational or extracurricular activities.
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What Is Covered by The Support I Pay
Under Oklahoma law, support payments in a divorce or custody case are typically there to cover the basic needs of the children, including food, shelter, and clothing. However, the court may also order the non-custodial parent to pay a portion of any medical expenses or other extraordinary expenses related to the child’s care.
When determining the amount of child support to be paid, the court may also consider any other obligations that the non-custodial parent may have for other children from previous relationships. The amount you pay by the court’s decision will depend on the specific circumstances of each case.
Claremore Attorneys in Your Corner
When you face a child custody issue in Rogers County you dont have to go it alone. Regardless of joint custody or full custody we can help you handle it. There are several factors that go into child custody and support. Advancing your position is absolutely critical to your voice being heard and understood. The Claremore attorneys at Kania Law Office understand that each penny you pay and how its used to take care of the your kids. For a free consultation call us today at 918.379.4872
