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This guide provides a comprehensive overview of the child support computation worksheet for sole residential parent or shared parenting orders in California. Follow the steps below to accurately complete the form.

Follow the steps to effectively complete the form.

1. Click 'Get Form' button to obtain the worksheet and open it in your preferred digital format.
2. Enter the names of the parties involved in the case in the designated field at the top of the form.
3. Fill in the case number and file number where prompted to ensure the document is properly referenced.
4. Indicate the number of minor children supported by this computation in the specified area.
5. Designate the residential parent and legal custodian by checking the appropriate box for either the mother or father.
6. Begin detailing income sources for both parents, entering annual gross income from employment in the designated columns. Omit overtime, bonuses, and self-employment income for the initial figures.
7. For additional income, entering amounts for overtime, bonuses, and commissions in the provided spaces and follow the guidelines on how to calculate average earnings.
8. Document any self-employment income following the outlined calculations, including gross receipts and necessary deductions.
9. Continue filling in sections for various additional income sources, as listed (e.g., unemployment compensation, workers' compensation).
10. Calculate the total annual gross income for each parent by adding all sources of income, including interest and dividend earnings.
11. Move to the adjustments section, providing the necessary details for any minor children living with a parent, and other adjustments as outlined.
12. Complete the sections on child support obligations, calculating the combined child support obligation based on the provided income and adjustments.
13. Finalize any calculations for annual obligations for both parents and health care support if applicable.
14. Review all entries for accuracy, and if necessary, make adjustments based on health insurance provisions for the children.
15. Once completed, save the document, and consider downloading, printing, or sharing it as required.

Ensure that all required documents are completed and submitted online.