Legal Question in Family Law in Georgia

Re: Child support following child election

It would be up to the court to determine support, but given the facts as you wrote them, it's likely it would be done. Support generally lasts until age 18, unless there is a mutual agreement to go further. If a child is still in high school once reaching age 18, support MAY go until graduation, but not past age 20, if so ordered.

Re: Child support following child election

It is up to the court to determine support, unless you and the father can agree on an amount, but the court would still have to approve the figure. There are percentage guidelines with regard to support - 17-23% of gross income. Generally, support continues until the age of 18 or graduation from high school.

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Re: Child support following child election

The court would in all likelihood award child support if you and he can't agree on an amount. The code guidelines for two children is 23-28 percent of his gross income. Generally, child support is awarded until each of the children turns 18 but can be extended. The best way to go about this is to file a petition to amend the final decree to modify custody AND to ask for child support. You should consult with a local attorney. Bear in mind that the action must be filed in the county of his residence. BTW, the only way that the court may NOT approve the childrens's election is if you are found to be an unfit parent.