Child Support Guidelines in Oklahoma
In Oklahoma, child support is calculated using the child support guidelines, which is a spreadsheet where you input both parties’ gross income. You can also include fixed childcare expenses, medical expenses, and the cost of insurance for the children. This calculation helps determine the support necessary for each child based on the parents’ income percentages.
If both parents make the same amount, the support will be split evenly. However, if one parent makes 70% of the income and the other makes 30%, the support will be adjusted accordingly. The number of overnights the child spends with each parent is also factored in, as it affects the expenses each parent incurs when raising the child.
Deviating from Child Support Guidelines
While the child support guidelines provide a baseline for calculating support, parties can agree to deviate from these guidelines for various reasons. This could be due to significant property settlements or other arrangements that warrant a different support amount. However, the court must determine that any deviation is in the child’s best interest.
Deviation from the guidelines can result in agreements where neither party pays child support or where one party pays more than the calculated amount. There is flexibility in child support arrangements, as long as it is deemed to be in the child’s best interest by the court. If you need assistance navigating child support calculations or determining the appropriate support amount for your case, you can contact us at moms.law to schedule a low-cost personal consultation.
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