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When parents divorce, they must provide for their children, at least until they reach age 18. Typically, parents share legal custody to make decisions on behalf of their children. Often, the children reside primarily with one parent while the other parent has regular visits. The non-custodial parent generally pays child support. In North Carolina, courts always put an emphasis on the best interests of the child. Therefore, there may be some instances in which a review and modification of child support may be possible.
Child Support Can Be Reviewed Every Three Years
The law recognizes that there may be some changes that are necessary for child support payments. Parents are allowed to request a review for modification every three years. Parents are not required to provide proof of substantial changes in circumstances in order to seek a modification as long as it has been longer than three years since the original child support order or the last court-ordered modification. Either parent may request a modification of child support.