How Nevada sets child support, what counts as income, and when an existing order can change.
Nevada calculates child support using state guidelines that apply a percentage of the paying parent's gross monthly income, adjusted by the number of children and the custody arrangement. The court can also account for health insurance, child care and other needs. Support can be modified when there is a substantial change in circumstances, such as income or custody.
Child support exists to make sure a child's needs are met after a separation. Nevada uses guideline formulas so the result is consistent and predictable.
Here is what goes into a Nevada child support calculation and when an order can be changed. The exact numbers depend on your facts, so confirm them with an attorney.
Nevada guidelines start with a percentage of the obligor's gross monthly income. Most forms of income count, not just wages.
The guideline percentage increases with the number of children the parents share.
Joint physical custody is calculated differently from primary physical custody, and the time each parent has affects the amount.
The cost of the child's health insurance and work-related child care is typically factored in and shared between parents.
Special medical, educational or developmental needs can adjust the guideline amount up or down.
An order can be reviewed and modified when there is a substantial change in circumstances, such as a job loss, a raise or a change in custody.
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Nevada looks at gross monthly income from most sources, not just salary. An attorney can help confirm what is included in your case.
Yes. Support can be modified when there is a substantial change in circumstances, such as a significant change in income or in the custody arrangement.
It can. Joint physical custody is calculated differently than primary custody, and the share of time each parent has affects the final amount.
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