Virginia Child Support Laws

Code of Virginia section §20-108.2 et. seq. Specifies that both the child’s parents, whether married or unmarried, will have liability towards providing child support payments.

• The parents’ support obligation will determine based on the combined incomes that include incomes from all sources like dividends, salaries, pensions, retirement benefits, etc.

• The percentage applied on the combined incomes will also depend on the number of children.

• Generally, the obligation will be anywhere around 10% to 25% of the parent’s income which varies based on the parenting time spent by the parent.

• The support amount can challenge the court based on any contrary, written agreement relating to child support, providing a better standard of living, or considering the child’s standard of living.

• Child Support payments continue until the child turns 19, but it can last for longer if they have not yet graduated high school or have some mental or physical condition that demands extra support.

• Modifications in the child support order can ask if situations have changed. However, the changes should be major, permanent, and unexpected.

How can an attorney be helpful in child support?

Laws can be complicated to understand. Hence it would be a good idea to hire an attorney specializing in the child support laws of Virginia. The attorney will help you understand specific laws and guidelines and help you negotiate with your partner for the child support agreements.

Your attorney can also prepare you for every court appearance.