Q: i Have my son 6 Overnights a week, and 4 days. His father has him 1 overnight and 3 days. What type of custody is this?
I am trying to figure out what type of custody this is(60/40, 70/30, 50/50) and if I qualify for child support. I have my son over night Sunday-Friday.. and his father has him over night, only Saturday, and I pick him before 5 on Sunday evening. He also has him during the day Monday from 4-9 and Wednesday from 4-8.
A: Thank you for your question. Child support and parenting time can be confusing for a lot of people. It does not matter how you describe your parenting time situation. In New Jersey the percentage of time is determined by the overnights the child spends at each home. If the child spends more overnights with you than with the other parent, then you are likely entitled to some form of child support. Child support is calculated using the Child Support Guidelines Worksheet. There are a number of factors to consider, and every situation is different. For that reason you should consult with an experienced family law attorney who can explain your rights based on your individual circumstances.
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