If I Have Joint Custody, Do I Have to Pay Child Support?
September 8, 2023 – Ellen L. Lee
In most cases, the child ends up living with one parent. The parent with primary responsibility for the care of the child is entitled to child support. The minimum amount is set by the Maryland Child Support Guidelines. If you are the primary caretaker or custodial parent of a child, you are entitled to child support.
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