Full question:
Me and my husband live in OK but he is paying child support for 2 different cases in AZ. One of the cases is for back child support for 2 children who are both over the age of 18 and not enrolled in any type of school. The other case is for current and back child support for a child who IS under the age of 18. They are taking 1/2 of my husband's take home pay every week which doesn't leave enough money for us to live on. We have our 2 minor children living with us that we support. My question is, Is there a limit on the percentage of his net pay they can deduct every week? I've been told that they can't take more than 1/3 --not 1/2---is this true?
- Category: Divorce
- Subcategory: Child Support
- Date:
- State: Oklahoma
Answer:
This is a challenging situation, especially with both back and current child support obligations. In Arizona, the law generally limits the amount that can be deducted from a person's paycheck for child support. Typically, the maximum amount that can be withheld is up to 50 percent of disposable income for current support and an additional amount for back support, but this can vary based on individual circumstances. Given that your husband is facing significant deductions, he may want to petition the court in Arizona for a modification based on your family's overall financial situation. Consulting with a local attorney in Arizona could provide guidance on how to proceed.
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