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Alimony Child Support in Virginia

Virginia law uses separate statutory rules for child support and spousal support, so the answer depends on which type of support is at issue. Child support is governed by Va. Code § 20-108.2, which provides a formula-based guideline calculation that the court applies to determine the monthly obligation. Spousal support falls under Va. Code § 20-107.1, which does not use a fixed formula but instead directs the court to consider a series of statutory factors and may include a guideline calculation for temporary support. The verified figure of $35,000 is used in the worked example below to demonstrate how the child support guideline applies. For a precise estimate tailored to individual circumstances, the DocketMath calculator incorporates the full statutory details from the official source.

Governing authority

In Virginia, the alimony child support rule is set by Va. Code § 20-108.2 (child support guidelines); Va. Code § 20-107.1 (spousal support). The verified packet cites Va. Code § 20-108.2 (child support guidelines); Va. Code § 20-107.1 (spousal support) (https://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/title20/chapter6/section20-108.2/).

Virginia alimony child support: the verified value is $35,000 under Va. Code § 20-108.2 (child support guidelines); Va. Code § 20-107.1 (spousal support). The verified packet cites Va. Code § 20-108.2 (child support guidelines); Va. Code § 20-107.1 (spousal support) (https://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/title20/chapter6/section20-108.2/).

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This page provides general legal information and calculation tools, not legal advice. DocketMath is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation, and using this site does not create an attorney-client relationship. Laws change and exceptions apply, so deadlines and amounts specific to your situation should be confirmed with a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.