Alabama Child Support:
- Type of Guidelines:
Income Shares Model
- Low Income Guideline for Child Support:
When income is less than that which is the lowest level on the support schedule, the court would decide on the monthly support amount on a case-by-case basis.
- High Income Guideline for Child Support:
When income exceeds that which is the highest level on the support schedule, the court would decide on the monthly support amount on a case-by-case basis.
- Termination of Child Support:
When a child graduates from high school.
Alabama Child Custody:
- Children's Wishes Considered:
Yes.
- Joint Physical Custody Recognized:
Yes.
- Copperative Parenting Recognized:
No.
- Domestic Violence Considered:
Yes.
- Health Condition Considered:
No.
- Appointed Guardian for Child:
No.
According to Alabama laws, you and the other parent should consider the following factors when making decisions regarding the development of your parenting plan:
1. The age and sex of the child.
2. The safety and well-being of the child.
3. The moral character of the parents.
4. Parental cooperation.
5. Parental ability to encourage love and sharing.
6. Any history of abuse.
7. Geographic proximity of parents.
8. Joint custody arrangements.
The Alabama courts realize you and the other parent know your own situation better than anyone else, which is why this is your opportunity to create a parenting plan that will maintain a family structure that is in the best interests of your child(ren).