Paying Child Support - Checklist
If you are legally obligated to pay child support, following is a checklist of steps to take.
Resolve Terms of Child Support Payment
Resolution of the terms of child support payment is usually done in one of two ways: by agreement between the parents, or by court order.
More on Child Support by Agreement
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Keep Information Up-to-Date
If you move and/or change jobs, remember to notify the following people and entities, and make sure they have your current contact/employment information:
- Your child's other parent;
- The court that entered the child support order; and
- Any child support agency that is handling your case.
Adjust Terms of Child Support Payment
If your personal or financial circumstances change, you can ask the court to increase or decrease the amount of child support you pay.
More on Changes to Child Support Orders
