Child Support Formula

The Child Support Formula is a guideline used to determine the amount of financial support a non-custodial parent must pay to support their child after a separation or divorce. It considers factors such as both parents' incomes, the number of children, and the needs of the child. The formula aims to ensure that the child's financial needs are met fairly while factoring in the parents' ability to pay. Each jurisdiction may have its own specific formula, but the goal is always to promote the child's well-being and maintain a standard of living consistent with what they would have enjoyed if the family remained intact.