Where can I find a form to modify my child support?

Full question:

Are there legal forms for Georgia/Bulloch County that I can purchase/locate to develop a child support modification request? If so, please tell me how to locate these forms.

  • Category: Divorce
  • Date:
  • State: Georgia

Answer:

Modification of divorce decrees generally refers to a change in the order that was issued declaring the couple officially divorced. The divorce decree will often contain orders related to child custody and visitation, as well as division of assets, support payments, and other issues. Proceedings to modify a divorce decree are commenced by filing a petition to modify in the original divorce action decree. Local court rules and state rules of civil procedure, which vary, govern petitions to modify. Typically, to modify child custody or visitation, the parent seeking a modification must show a "significant change of circumstances" that would support such a modification.

This content is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Legal statutes mentioned reflect the law at the time the content was written and may no longer be current. Always verify the latest version of the law before relying on it.

FAQs

In Georgia, child support calculations are based on the Income Shares Model, which considers both parents' incomes and the number of children. For one child, the basic support obligation typically ranges from 17% to 23% of the non-custodial parent's income, depending on various factors. The final amount may also include additional expenses such as healthcare and education costs. It's advisable to use the Georgia Child Support Calculator for a more precise estimate. *Legal statutes mentioned reflect the law at the time the content was written and may no longer be current. Always verify the latest version of the law before relying on it.*