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ABA Family Legal Guide

Family Law

3.4 Separation, Annulment, and Divorce

Child Support

How much child support should a noncustodial parent expect to pay?

That question is difficult to answer precisely because guidelines vary among states and because courts may depart from the guidelines. The percentage formulas differ from state to state, but some examples can be given.

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