Louisiana Domestic Relations Fact Sheet
Overview of this form
The Domestic Relations Fact Sheet is a legal document used in Louisiana specifically for cases involving spousal support and child support. This form collects important information regarding the parties involved, including financial details and the parameters of any support agreements. It differs from other forms like custody agreements or divorce petitions by focusing specifically on financial obligations and support for children and spouses.
Key components of this form
- General information about the case, including names, case number, and dates.
- Details on employment status and ability to work if spousal or child support is contested.
- Information regarding past support orders and any changes in circumstances.
- Details relevant to contempt rulings, including arrears and previous judgments.
- Custody information if disputes arise, including child names, ages, and schooling.
When this form is needed
This form should be completed when you are involved in legal proceedings related to spousal support or child support in Louisiana. It is essential when there is a hearing scheduled for these issues, whether you are seeking to establish, modify, or enforce support payments. Use this fact sheet to provide the court with a comprehensive overview of your financial situation and your obligations to support any children involved.
Who should use this form
The following individuals should consider using the Domestic Relations Fact Sheet:
- Any individual seeking spousal support or child support in Louisiana.
- Parents involved in custody arrangements where financial support is an issue.
- Individuals required to modify existing support agreements due to changes in circumstances.
How to prepare this document
- Begin by entering the general information at the top, including the case name and number.
- Provide details concerning the parties involved, such as names, addresses, ages, and contact information.
- Fill out sections related to employment and financial conditions, specifically focusing on any existing support orders.
- Document any pertinent changes in circumstances that justify modifying spousal or child support.
- If applicable, specify child-related information, including education and daycare arrangements.
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Avoid these common issues
- Failing to include accurate names and case numbers, which can delay processing.
- Not providing enough detail regarding changes in circumstances that affect support.
- Overlooking required signatures or notarization which may invalidate the form.
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The court estimates that the cost of raising one child is $1,000 a month. The non-custodial parent's income is 66.6% of the parent's total combined income. Therefore, the non-custodial parent pays $666 per month in child support, or 66.6% of the total child support obligation.
The relationship between the child and each parent. The relationship between the child and any siblings residing in the parents' households. Each parent's ability to care for the child. Each parent's ability to provide shelter, clothing, and food for the child.
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 many cases, this is known as contempt of court and allows the parent to file a Motion to Show Cause for Contempt of Court. In some states, if a parent does not return the child after visitation and the custodial parent has demanded return of the child, they have 48 hours in which to do so.
Can a child choose not to visit a parent? The mere age of your child will not determine your family law matter. There have been cases before the Court where a 17 year old child's wishes were given limited weight because the basis for this child's decision was not balanced.
Some judges have stated that a 5-year-old child is too young to have an opinion on custody and won't consider such a young child's opinion at all. If the child is at least 12 years old, courts will usually give the child's preference some weight. Courts don't have to follow a child's custodial preference.
Yes, because the law requires a non-custodial parent (that is, a parent who does not live with the child) pay a minimum amount of child support. That minimum amount is $100.00 a month for any number of children.
The legal definition of an unfit parent is when the parent through their conduct fails to provide proper guidance, care, or support. Also, if there is abuse, neglect, or substance abuse issues, that parent will be deemed unfit.
The court estimates that the cost of raising one child is $1,000 a month. The non-custodial parent's income is 66.6% of the parent's total combined income. Therefore, the non-custodial parent pays $666 per month in child support, or 66.6% of the total child support obligation.
