How will a change in my income affect my child support payments?

In West Virginia, changes in income can have a direct impact on child support payments. If your income changes, even if it increases, you may have to pay more in child support payments. This is because the amount of child support is typically based on your income. If your income has increased, the court may order you to pay a greater amount of support. For instance, if your wages have increased by 20%, your child support payments may also increase proportionally. On the other hand, if your income has decreased, the court may also order a reduction in your child support payments. It is important to note that the court will not automatically lower your payments just because your income has decreased. You must first present the court with evidence of your circumstances. However, if the court is convinced that your income has indeed decreased, it may order a reduction in your child support payments. If you fail to comply with the court’s orders or fail to pay your child support payments, the court may suspend your driver’s license, revoke your professional licenses, garnish your wages, or even take away your tax returns. Therefore, it is important to keep the court informed of any changes in your income and adjust the child support payments accordingly.

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