Child Support Flashcards
Who pays child support?
The non-custodial parent
How long does child support last in VA?
Until the child is 18
If the child is in high school, until graduation or age 19 whichever comes first
What situation can make child support order last for life?
If child cannot be self-supporting
How is a child support amount established?
Statutory guidelines that provide a presumptive amount
If the court deviates from standard presumptive amount, what are some factors they consider on the record?
Special needs
Seasonal variation of income
Support from other family
Custody arrangement
Child care costs
Standard of living
Taxes
Can parents create a child support agreement?
Yes
Are child support agreements subject to judicial oversight and review?
Yes
Can child support orders be modified?
Yes - based on a change in circumstances
Can back payments of child support be modified?
No, only future payments
What is the act used to enforce child support over state lines?
Uniform Interstate Family Support Act (UIFSA)
How is a UIFSA order enforced in another state?
Mail order to out of state employer which automatically triggers withholding
Is there another way other than mailing the order to enforce a UIFSA order?
The issuing state sends the order to a court in the new state and it is filed as a foreign judgment and can now be enforced as if it was issued in that state.
What are some ways UIFSA orders can be enforced?
Intercept tax refunds
Suspend licenses like drivers license
Criminal sanctions
