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Alimony Child Support in West Virginia

West Virginia does not automatically offset spousal support against child support; the two obligations are calculated independently under separate statutes. Child support is governed by West Virginia Code § 48-13-101 et seq., which applies a guideline formula based on parental income and other factors. Spousal support is addressed under § 48-6-301, which sets out its own factors for determining an award. Because the law treats these obligations as distinct, a parent cannot simply deduct one from the other. The official source provides the full statutory rule and any exceptions. The worked example below illustrates how the calculation proceeds under the child support guidelines. To estimate your own potential obligations, use the DocketMath calculator.

Governing authority

In West Virginia, the alimony child support rule is set by W. Va. Code § 48-13-101 et seq. (child); § 48-6-301 (spousal). The verified packet cites W. Va. Code § 48-13-101 et seq. (child); § 48-6-301 (spousal) (https://code.wvlegislature.gov/48-13-101/).

West Virginia alimony child support: the verified value is 0% under W. Va. Code § 48-13-101 et seq. (child); § 48-6-301 (spousal). The verified packet cites W. Va. Code § 48-13-101 et seq. (child); § 48-6-301 (spousal) (https://code.wvlegislature.gov/48-13-101/).

Estimate your own result: every situation has exceptions that can change the outcome. Use the alimony child support calculator to estimate your specific figure.

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.