u/DifferentSwordfish64

[CA] How does the court calculate income for child support guidelines?

On FL-150, page 1 asks for current income (e.g., hourly). Page 2 asks for the average over the past 12 months.

My issue is that last year I had a large one-time stock sale to help buy a house with my ex (we divorced shortly after), so my 12-month average is heavily inflated.

Which does the court rely on more - current income on page 1 or the 12-month average on page 2?

I’m scheduled for my first hearing regarding a temporary child support order soon. Will I have the opportunity to explain my situation to the court?

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u/DifferentSwordfish64 — 3 days ago

[CA] What income does the court use for child support calculations?

On FL-150, page 1 asks for current income (e.g., hourly). Page 2 asks for the average over the past 12 months.

My issue is that last year I had a large one-time stock sale to help buy a house with my ex (we divorced shortly after), so my 12-month average is heavily inflated.

Which does the court rely on more - current income on page 1 or the 12-month average on page 2?

I’m scheduled for my first hearing regarding a temporary child support order soon. Will I have the opportunity to explain my situation to the court?

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u/DifferentSwordfish64 — 3 days ago