Alaska Order on Child Support, DR-300

1 attorney answer Although a child's wishes are one factor among many the court must consider in determining the child's best interests, a minor child never gets to "decide" which parent to live with.

Although the law specifically permits children at least 14-years-old to express an opinion, there is no specific age when a judge will listen to a child's opinion. California statutes also permit a child younger than 14 years old to testify regarding a custodial preference, unless the court decides it's not in the

No, she cannot choose and have it be the way she wants. she may express an opinion to her guardian ad litem if there is one, but the child is not in charge.

In Alaska in situations where one parent has primary custody, child support is based upon the earnings of the noncustodial parent. If there is shared or divided custody, the child support is based on the income of both parties.

A declaration of custody. The division of parental authority and decision-making abilities. A child visitation schedule. Methods for reviewing and modifying the custody agreement. A method of dispute resolution. Any additional provisions you would like to include.

In cases where parents can't agree, a judge will decide visitation and custody based on the child's best interests.Both parents are bound by the terms of a custody order. If your child refuses to go to visits with the other parent, you could still be on the hook for failing to comply with a custody order.

In writing your own custody and support agreement, you should use language that reflects your willingness to cooperate with the other parent. The tone should be positive and indicate that both parties are willing to comply with the terms of the document. If written this way, a judge is more likely to approve its terms.

Children are only allowed to choose which parent to live with after they have attained the age of majority at 18. Child custody laws in Alaska do allow judges to take a child's preferences into account as one factor in their determinations, but only when considered in conjunction with many other factors.

To calculate child support in a primary custody arrangement, multiply the noncustodial parent's annual net income by 20% for one child, 27% for two children, and 33% for three children. If there are more than three children, add an additional 3% for each additional child.