Texas Child Support Laws & Guidelines

Basic rules you should know when considering Texas child support laws are outlined and governed by the state’s Office of Attorney General (OAG). Texas child support guidelines clearly affirm the original court’s child support order, which attempts to provide for the best interests of the child.

If any changes to the original child support order are sought, a court hearing needs to be held and a Dallas child support lawyer may be able to assist in setting up this type of arrangement.

Texas Child Support Guidelines

Generally, Texas child support laws require:

support continue until the child’s 18th birthday or the child graduates from high school, whichever occurs later;
the child’s health insurance be paid by the parent paying child support;
a child continue to abide by the visitation agreement, even if child support is not being made;
child support continue even if a child is not being allowed to follow the outlined visitation agreement;
child support be made or a penalty of up to 6 months in jail or prison may be enforced; and
child support be made or a fine of up to $500 per violation may be warranted.

Dallas County Child Support: When Financial Hardships Arise

A parent undergoing financial hardships who is expected to pay child support may be able to have the original child support order modified. The OAG and the court should be notified immediately. However, monthly child support can be changed only when a new support order is court issued.

Securing a Dallas County child support attorney may be advisable so a court hearing can be scheduled with the possibility of a new support order.

Contacting a Dallas Child Support Lawyer

Texas child support laws and guidelines are meant to safeguard the child’s best interests. When difficulties arise, consulting with a Dallas child support lawyer may help ensure that.

The attorneys at Warren & Migliaccio have years of experience, and we’ll use that training to provide you peace of mind for the future, whatever the circumstances for your divorce or family law situation. From the initial consultation until the day your divorce is finalized, our Texas family lawyer team at Warren & Migliaccio is here to advocate on behalf of you and your children. Contact our Dallas law firm today at 1-888-584-9614.

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