This is a generic Affidavit to accompany a Motion to amend or strike alimony provisions of a divorce decree because of the obligor spouse's changed financial condition. This form is a generic example that may be referred to when preparing such a form for your particular state. It is for illustrative purposes only. Local laws should be consulted to determine any specific requirements for such a form in a particular jurisdiction.
Child Support And Alimony In Florida In Washington
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The US Constitution does not mention child support. It delegates all things not specifically mentioned as being reserved to the president or to congress to the states. State and Local Courts make judgements ing to State and Local laws.
In essence, the court first looks at the economic need of the party seeking spousal support. The court measures this need by comparing the monthly income of the person seeking alimony with their monthly expenses. The shortfall between a party's income and their expenses is that party's economic need.
Washington has removed the age brackets and child support is now the same amount (for the basic support) regardless of the child's age. Now, parents with children younger than twelve years old, will be able to receive more support than before even if their divorce case was finalized before January 1, 2019.
Fortunately, the Uniform Interstate Family Support Act (UIFSA) provides you with powerful tools for enforcing an order for child support even when the payor lives out of state. Still, the process for enforcing child support for a nonresident of Florida can be complex.