How support is calculated, modified, and enforced — from guidelines to college expenses.
Ohio requires health insurance in all child support orders. Coverage costs capped at 5% of income. Cash medical support is $388.70 per child annually.
Ohio child support ends at 18 or high school graduation. College costs require written agreement in divorce decree—courts cannot order them by default.
Ohio enforces unpaid child support through wage garnishment (up to 65%), license suspension, tax intercepts, and felony charges. 10% annual interest accrues on arrears.
Ohio child support modifications require a 10% change under ORC § 3119.79. CSEA reviews are free every 36 months. Court filing fees range $50-$300. Complete 2026 guide.
Ohio child support ranges from $80/month minimum to 25%+ of combined income. Use the ORC § 3119.021 schedule covering incomes up to $336,000/year.
Ohio parents owing $2,500+ in child support face federal passport denial. Learn the 6-8 week release process, CSEA requirements, and 4 expedited options.
Ohio alimony vs child support: Different purposes, calculations, and durations. Spousal support uses 14 factors; child support follows income shares model.
Ohio courts split extracurricular costs separately from child support. Learn how ORC § 3119.23 deviation factors allocate sports fees, tuition, and activity expenses.
Ohio child support payments go through CSPC. Pay online at no fee, by wage withholding, or 7+ other methods. 2-day processing. 10% interest on arrears.
Child support is not taxable income in Ohio or federally. Payers cannot deduct it. Learn IRS rules, dependency claims, and Ohio tax implications for 2026.
Ohio child support ends at age 18 or 19 if still in high school. Learn emancipation triggers, disability exceptions, and how to file for termination under ORC § 3119.86.
Ohio child support uses the income shares model for combined incomes $8,400-$336,000/year. Learn the calculation steps, 90-overnight credit, and deviation factors.