This is not a difficult order to obtain, since the Court does not want to be involved in difficult issues about returning a child to California. Seldom will a Court restrict movement from a particular address, city or county. Note there is no box for a temporary order, since they are almost never issued. Courts are resistant to awarding amounts either higher or lower than the state guidelines. See Chapter 25 for more information.
Many courts do use rough guidelines, however.
This would be subject to unusual circumstances justifying an either higher or lower amount. It would also depend upon factors such as the length of the time of the marriage and employability issues. This formula is not followed by all courts and is suggestive only. Each case will present its own circumstances. If you are represented by an attorney and there is a substantial problem with your paying your attorney and if there is a substantial difference in your respective incomes, a Court may award attorneys fees.