This type of alimony is an amount of money paid regularly as required by the court until either party dies, the receiving spouse remarries or the order is modified. The purpose is to help the former spouse maintain the standard of living established during the marriage. This type of alimony is generally applied to parties who have been involved in a long term marriage, however, many different factors are considered by the court when determining alimony awards. 2.Child Support Child support is an obligation determined by the courts to be paid for the benefit of children. Florida Statute Section 61.30 sets forth guideline child support based upon the parties' combined net monthly income.
Support can either be for a spouse or for minor children.
This is generally regarding custody or denied visitation. In fact, a victim of domestic violence or repeat violence can file an injunction for protection and receive an order from the court that same day. Certain criteria must be met for an injunction to be entered. It also handles abuse of the elderly. The Department of Revenue handles child support enforcement for the state of Florida.