Who pays child support if the other parent and I share custody equally (more than 40%)?
To qualify as “shared custody,” each parent must have physical custody or access to the children for at least 40% of the time. The Guideline table amounts will not automatically apply. The parents may agree on a child support amount, or a court might award an amount that is higher or lower than the table amount. For example, if you earn more than the other parent does, you may need to pay a monthly amount to the other parent. The amount will also depend on any special expenses, and which parent pays most of these expenses.
