The state has adopted the Connecticut Child Support and Arrearage Guidelines to determine the noncustodial parent’s monthly obligation and each parent’s contribution to the child’s medical, educational, and living expenses. The Guidelines consider several factors, including each parent’s income, healthcare costs, and childcare expenses.
It is important to note that child support is neither deductible by the person paying it nor taxable as income to the person receiving it. After two parents calculate the expenses detailed in the Guidelines, they should find the correct amount of support for the child. A local attorney can assist two parties in completing this child support document.