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How Is Child Support Handled In Idaho? | (208) 534-9129
In Idaho, child support is based on a formula to determine how much money one parent needs to pay the other parent for the support of the children.
Free Legal Aid provides useful information about child custody. In addition to the video here, be sure you check out other resources.
Can Children Express Preference in Idaho Custody Proceedings?
As any parent knows, a child shouldn’t always get his or her way, even when it comes to custody. However, when a court considers a child’s custodial preference, it’s not necessarily to grant the child’s wish, but to ensure that the child's best interests are met. Check to learn more.
Forms for Paternity, Custody, Support (IRFLP)
Use these forms to file an agreed Modification. This means both parties are in agreement, working together and both will sign. Use these forms to file when parties disagree. This means both parties are not in agreement or you are not sure if they will agree. Check to learn more.
The primary consideration in child custody arrangements is the best interests of the child. In order to do so, Idaho child custody laws set factors to be considered by the court in verifying if joint custody is applicable over any other type of custody. Check to learn more.
Child Custody in Idaho: The Best Interests of the Child
Idaho courts will also consider any history of domestic violence by either parent, whether or not that violence was perpetrated in the presence of the child. Custody disputes in Idaho are governed by the Idaho Domestic Relations Law. Check to learn more.