Child Support And Custody

Summary

Child support in Utah is determined by both parents income and custody arrangements. If you are a stay-at-home dad and your wife earns $50,000+, she may be required to pay child support if you have primary custody. If you are homeless, seek temporary housing and request temporary custody and support orders. If income information is inaccurate, request a modification. Divorce cases can take several months to over a year. Consider consulting a local attorney for guidance.

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If I'm a stay at home dad and my wife makes $*,*+ per year and is filling for divorce, am I see entitled to child support or is my wife?
In Utah, child support is determined based on the income of both parents and the custody arrangement. Since you are a stay-at-home dad and your wife earns $*,*+ per year, she may be required to pay child support if you have primary custody of the children.
Do you have primary custody or is it shared?
She is asking for some physical custody because I'm now homeless due to her demands
It sounds like your situation is complex. In Utah, both parents' income and the custody arrangement play a role in determining child support. Given your current homeless status, it's crucial to address the custody and housing situation promptly.
You might want to consider:
- Seeking temporary housing or assistance.
- Requesting temporary orders for custody and support.
Do you need help finding local legal aid or housing assistance in your area?
Yes. It's also like to add that she still requires me to have my daughter 3 days a week and my mother watches her for 2 days. I've tried everything to fix the relationship and she doesn't want to.
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Here are some steps you can take:
- Seek temporary housing through local shelters or programs.
- Request temporary orders for custody and child support in court.
- Consider consulting a local attorney for guidance.
Would you like assistance finding local legal aid services or temporary housing?
Yes.
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If do not have a steady income because of my previous arrangement, it's it common to have the child support so uneven? It says I make over $* a month but that is false
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In Utah, child support calculations are based on the incomes of both parents and the custody arrangement. If the income information used is inaccurate, you can request a modification.
Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case?
What to do first?
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Given your situation, the first steps you should take are:
*. Seek Temporary Housing:
- Look for local shelters or housing assistance programs.

*. Request Temporary Orders:
- File for temporary custody and child support orders in court.
*. Gather Financial Evidence:
- Collect documents that prove your actual income.
Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case?
Thank you. On average how long does this type of thing last?
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The duration of a divorce case can vary, but on average, it may take several months to over a year to finalize, depending on the complexity and cooperation between parties.
Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case?
No thank you
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It seems like you have a complex situation with potential child support and custody issues. It's important to address these matters promptly. If you change your mind and need professional legal assistance, don't hesitate to reach out.