Q: If my kids an the mother of my child are staying with me,without her name being on the lease do I have to pay cs..
A:
If you have a current order to pay child support, then the answer is Yes until you have it modified. Child support is generally imposed according to a statutory percentage of the non-custodial parent's net income according to the number of children, but judges can deviate from the statutory guidelines if the circumstances make it inappropriate to follow them. I would suggest that you consult with a local family law attorney to discuss the particulars of your situation and potentially pursue a modification in court.
Best of luck to you.
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