What is the average child support payment for one child in Maryland?

The new MD child support guidelines provide for $2,847 per month in basic child support for an aggregate monthly income of $15,000. As with the old guidelines, the Court will have discretion in setting the support level for parties and individuals with income above the maximum under the guidelines of $15,000 per month.

How do I get sole custody of my child in Maryland?

How to Get Sole Custody in Maryland

1. Parents’ ability to talk about and reach joint decisions for their child’s care (this is the court’s top priority)
2. Parents’ willingness to share custody.
3. Fitness of parents (Will a physical or psychological condition affect a parent’s ability to make decisions for the child?)

What percentage of income do you pay for child support in Maryland?

The court orders a flat percentage of 25% of the non-custodial parent’s income to be paid in child support to the custodial parent.

What if the custodial parent makes more money than the non custodial parent?

If the custodial parent makes more money than the non-custodial parent it probably means they are working more hours. This isn’t always true but usually. That also means there’s a need for childcare.

Does Maryland favor mothers in custody cases?

Generally. Maryland law presumes that both natural parents are the natural custodians of their children. The law does not favor either the mother or father. If the parties cannot agree about who should have custody, the court will grant custody either solely to one of the parents or shared between parents.

Do you have to pay child support if you have joint custody in Maryland?

If both parents have joint legal custody, they both share that decision making right. In order for physical custody to be shared, both parties have at least a minimum of 128 overnight visitations (or 35% of the year) and both contribute to the expenses of the child in addition to any award of child support.