Indiana 2004 Child Support Guidelines are a set of legal rules used to determine the amount of child support a parent or guardian must pay for the care of their minor children. These guidelines include the basic Indiana Child Support Standards, which are used to calculate the amount of financial support required from one parent to another. They also include several other factors, such as the number of children in the household, the income of both parents, the cost of health insurance for the children, and any additional expenses related to the care of the children. The Guidelines also consider the parent’s ability to contribute to their children’s college education and other related costs. The Indiana 2004 Child Support Guidelines are divided into three main categories: basic support, medical support, and additional expenses. Basic support is the minimum amount of financial support required by law. It is determined by a formula based on the parents' combined net income and the number of children in the household. Medical support refers to the payment of health insurance premiums and other medical expenses for the children. Additional expenses are any additional costs associated with the care of the children, such as daycare or educational fees. The Indiana 2004 Child Support Guidelines are updated periodically to ensure that they remain current with changing economic and family circumstances. The Guidelines are also reviewed by the Indiana Supreme Court annually to ensure that they remain fair and equitable.