The Court is required to set support in an amount determined by application of the child support formula developed by the State Friend of the Court Bureau. The same standard applies to the Friend of the Court office when making support recommendations. A support order agreed to by the parties that deviates from the child support formula may be ordered if the Court states on the record why the formula would be unjust, inappropriate, or that other property or support was awarded in lieu of the child support payment, if applicable. Child support is payable until the child attains the age of 18 years or graduates from high school, but not beyond the age of 19 years. However, if beyond 18 years old, the minor child must attend high school on a full time basis with a reasonable expectation of completing sufficient credits to graduate while residing full time with the parent receiving support.
Child support is always modifiable when there is a material change of circumstances.
The Friend of the Court requires the Friend of the Court to petition the Court if there is a determination if a modification is necessary. Alimony is now called spousal support. The past relations and conduct of the parties 2. The length of the marriage 3. The ability of the parties to work 4.