If I get a raise at work, can my ex go back to court to raise up the child support?

Question

The amount of child support is already spelled out in the divorce decree, but can it be raised? Lowered?

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I'm in AZ.
The decree was issued 1.5 years ago.
My raise was about 5%.

Answer 1

Yes it can....

Answer 2

The ONLY way to get a correct answer is to give a few facts, for example, where your order was issued, how much of a change in income and when the last modification of the order was issued.

EDITED BASED ON ADDITIONAL INFO:

Yes, based on how much that 5% is. He might be able to show a significant change in circumstances sufficient to show cause why the support should be raised.

Answer 3

Yes....it can be raised or lowered depending. She can ask for a revision once a year I believe. The amount will be determine by your last completed income tax report, so your raised in 2007 will be applicable for her in 2008 after your filing.

Answer 4

Where I live, if there is a change in your income of 25% either up or down then you can request a review of the case, fill out some forms and they will review it and if appropriate adjust the child support up or down.

Either you or your ex can request a review.

Answer 5

Yes but why, if you are raising your standard of living would you not want your kids to benefit from that?

Answer 6

If you get a large raise, then yes, but it has to be a certain amount. Check with your attorney.

Answer 7

yes, if she is really anal...she can file for a modification of child support.

honestly, it's really not worth doing every year. i'd do it every 3-4 years myself.

Answer 8

well, if he or she doesn't know...i don't think so..