When it comes to paternity issues, the State may think you are a deadbeat dad regardless of whether it is true or not. If you have recently been hit with a paternity suit, you may be trying to swim your way upstream in a river of sharks. It doesn't take long to realize there is only one thing the State truly cares about if they are involved in the child support and that is getting your money. They could care less if you ever see your child or if any of your rights are established. They want the money back they have invested into the mother and child.
Your child support is going to be determined based on your income. Each state has its own guidelines and formulas as to what is paid out. What you may not be aware of this, but there are many "deviations" from the norm that can be a help you in setting realistic child support amounts. Things like allowances if you have to travel long distances that involves the children and certain tax exemptions. It is to your benefit to find out what these are and always ask for them.
Your financial status for the past 2-3 years will need to be established and you will need to provide paperwork to that affect. When child support is set do not depend totally on the State guidelines. Make sure the financial status of the mother is taken into consideration as well. There are many things that need to be considered beyond the parents work. Make sure everything is taken into consideration that should be, and that the courts are aware of any deviations that may assist you in lowering your child support to a reasonable amount.
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