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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.

Follow the steps below to open a child support case: If you need assistance with your application, contact the Community Relations Unit at 1--800-457-6202 or DCS-CRU@dshs.wa.gov. Complete the forms to the best of your ability. If you're having trouble we have a video that will walk you through the process.

However, it is believed that, on average, residents of California paying child support pay between $400-500 per child every month. If you're wondering how much you might have to pay in child support, you should consult with a legal professional, as it will be based on your and your co-parent's financial situation.

The minimum amount of support is $50 per month. The maximum is 45% of a parent's net income, unless there is some good reason ? such as substantial wealth ? for that percentage to increase.

Parents are legally obligated to provide financial support to their children to cover basic needs and necessities such as food, shelter, clothing, and medical care. Most children have additional expenses that are dealt with separately from child support as explained below.

Even with 50/50 shared custody, the economically stronger parent will often be ordered to pay child support to the economically weaker parent. Unfortunately, no automatic formula can consider all of the relevant facts. The schedule only works fairly when honest and accurate information is provided.