Child Support Assessment
/ˈtʃaɪld səˈpɔːrt əˈsɛsmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal process to determine the financial support obligations of a noncustodial parent for the care of their child.
The court issued a child support assessment to establish the father's monthly payment amount.
Forms
- child support assessment
- child support assessments
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Commentary
Typically involves calculation based on income, custody arrangements, and statutory guidelines; accuracy and clarity in drafting assessments reduce disputes.
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