The basis for a modification of child support in Florida starts with there being a substantial change of circumstances since the entry of the Final Judgment of Dissolution of Marriage (or from the entry of the last order dealing with child support).
The change of circumstance could be the result of one or several different factors. Here is a list of some of the factors that may serve as the basis for a modification…
To lower child support (viewed from the paying party’s perspective):
Paying party’s loss of a job
Paying party’s loss of income
Receiving party making more money
Children’s expenses decreasing (i.e. no more daycare)
To increase child support (viewed from the receiving party’s perspective):
Receiving party’s loss of a job
Receiving party’s loss of income
Paying party making more money
Children’s expenses increasing
If the Court does find that there has been a substantial change in circumstances, then the child support guidelines will come into play in determining the new child support amount.
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