How are child support payments affected by parental relocation?

In Virginia, when a parent relocates, it can have an effect on child support payments. If one parent moves to a new state, the other parent’s child support obligation must be recalculated to reflect the differences in the two states’ legal obligations. In addition, the parent receiving child support is now entitled to additional costs related to transportation and communication of the child from the parent’s new residence. The Virginia Code dictates that the court must consider the relocation when setting a child support order. The court may also order a modification to the amount of child support as it may no longer be reasonable for the parent paying child support to maintain the same monthly payments. If one parent moves out of Virginia, the court must determine if the costs of transportation for visitation will be the responsibility of the parent paying or receiving child support. The court may also consider any change in the child’s standard of living, such as changes in education, housing costs, and other cost-of-living factors. The parent relocating with the child must also notify the other parent of the new address, which must be done at least 10 days prior to the move. If the non-custodial parent does not agree with the relocation, they may file a motion in court to prevent the relocation. The court will then decide if the relocation is in the best interest of the child. Ultimately, the court is tasked with making sure both parents are held accountable and that any child support payments are fair and equitable. By taking into consideration the change in geographic residence, the court can ensure that the child continues to receive the necessary financial support from both parents.

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