Child Support Determination Process

Summary

Child support in kansas is determined by guidelines considering both parents income, childcare, and health costs. If one parent has no income, the court may impute income based on potential earnings. To modify support due to income changes, file a motion with evidence. If a hearing review is denied, consider appealing. Contempt of court can lead to fines, jail, or other penalties. Consult a legal expert for guidance.

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Divorce case when both are not on us passport. One party has no income difficulties of food. How the child support decide when other party is earning
In Kansas, child support is determined based on the Kansas Child Support Guidelines. Here are the key factors:
- Both parents' gross income
- Number of children
- Childcare costs
- Health insurance costs
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When one party have no income
In Kansas, if one party has no income, the court may impute income based on their earning potential or minimum wage. The court considers both parents' financial situations to ensure the child's needs are met. Would you like information on how to request a modification based on income changes?
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To request a modification based on income changes in Kansas, you need to:
- File a motion to modify child support with the court.
- Provide evidence of the change in financial circumstances.
- Attend a hearing where the court will review your request.
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Review of hearing was not accepted
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It seems the review of your hearing was not accepted. The next step might be to consider appealing the decision or seeking further guidance from a legal expert to understand why the review was not accepted and what can be done next.
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What will the result for contempt of court
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Contempt of court can result in serious consequences including:
- Fines
- Jail time
- Community service
- Compensatory visitation time
- Attorney fees and court costs
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