How support is calculated, modified, and enforced — from guidelines to college expenses.
California requires health insurance in all child support orders under Family Code § 3751. Learn the 5% income cap, uninsured cost sharing, and QMCSO rules.
California courts cannot order college support after age 18. Learn how voluntary agreements work, what 25 states differ, and 2026 strategies to protect your child's education.
California enforces unpaid child support through wage garnishment (up to 65%), license suspension, passport denial at $2,500 arrears, and jail time up to 5 days per missed payment.
California child support modification requires filing FL-300 with $60 fee. Changes granted with 20%+ income shift. SB 343 new K-factor rules apply in 2026.
California parents owing $2,500+ in child support face federal passport denial. Learn the appeal process, timeline, and how to restore travel rights.
California alimony averages 40% of income difference while child support uses a formula based on custody time. Learn tax rules, calculations, and 2026 law changes.
California Family Code § 4062 allows courts to order add-on expenses for extracurricular activities. Learn how costs are split proportionally by income in 2026.
California child support payments go through the State Disbursement Unit (SDU). Pay via wage withholding, mobile app, MoneyGram, or online portal. 10% interest on arrears.
California child support averages $500-$600/month per child. Learn the Family Code § 4055 formula, 2026 guideline changes, and modification rules.
Child support is not taxable in California. Learn 2026 IRS rules, the $2,200 Child Tax Credit, Form 8332, CalEITC benefits, and how divorce affects your taxes.
Child support in California ends at age 18, or 19 if the child is still in high school. Learn exceptions, termination steps, and arrears rules under Family Code § 3901.
Use California's child support calculator with the 2026 SB 343 formula updates. Learn the K-factor formula, net income deductions, and mandatory add-ons.