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Requesting a Modification
When circumstances change, such as a substantial change in income for either party, a change in expenses for the child(ren) or changes in custody or visitation schedules; a modification in the child support obligation may be warranted. The changes must display a 20% increase or decrease in the child support obligation for a modification to be warranted.
To request a modification, contact your caseworker. You will be asked to provide the following information:
- A completed financial affidavit
- Wage and payroll statements
- Federal and state tax returns
- Documentation from your employer regarding changes with your employment status
- Proof of other income and expenses
- Health insurance premiums
- Child care expenses
- Documentation of illness or disability for you or your child
- Documentation of a change in custody or visitation
Please note, submitting a request for modification does not guarantee a modification will be granted. A change to the obligation can only be done if the parties agree and a stipulated order is filed with the court, or if a hearing is held and the modification is granted.
If CSSD has reviewed for modification and will not be filing, you are free to request a hearing from the court yourself. Please contact the self help office for the court and they can guide you through completing the proper paperwork to do so.
Handbook – Changing a Child Support Order
Developed by the federal Office of Child Support Services to help parents understand the child support review and modification process.