How support is calculated, modified, and enforced — from guidelines to college expenses.
Tennessee courts divide extracurricular costs when expenses exceed 7% of basic child support. Learn how sports fees and activity costs are allocated between parents.
Tennessee child support payments go through the State Disbursement Unit via wage withholding, online portal, or mail. 2.5% fee for card payments. 2026 guide.
Child support is NOT taxable in Tennessee. Payers cannot deduct it, recipients don't report it as income. Full 2026 IRS and T.C.A. guide inside.
Child support ends in Tennessee at age 18 or high school graduation (whichever is later) under T.C.A. § 36-5-101. Learn exceptions for disability, emancipation, and how to terminate.
Use Tennessee's child support calculator to estimate payments under the Income Shares Model. Filing fees start at $200 with children. Step-by-step worksheet guide.