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Based on Oklahoma's official Income Shares formula. Enter both parents' incomes and get an estimate in under a minute.
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Estimated monthly support
The other parent pays you, the parent with primary timesharing.
Estimate only — based on a simplified reading of Oklahoma Statutes Title 43, Section 119 - Schedule of Basic Child Support Obligations. A judge can deviate. Not legal advice.
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Oklahoma uses the Income Shares model to calculate child support. The process begins by determining the combined gross monthly income of both parents. This combined income, along with the number of children, is then used to find a basic child support obligation from the state's guideline schedule. This basic obligation is then prorated between the parents based on their individual gross incomes. Further adjustments are made for cash medical support and childcare expenses.
A substantial change in either parent's income — voluntary or involuntary — can trigger a modification.
Changes in childcare costs or the children's health insurance premiums directly adjust the support amount.
If the custody schedule changes significantly, support can be recalculated under Oklahoma guidelines.
Medical conditions, disabilities, or educational needs can justify a departure from the guideline amount.
Common questions
If there are no minor children, a divorce can be granted 10 days after filing. If minor children are involved, there is a mandatory 90-day waiting period, which can be waived under special circumstances. Most divorces are finalized within six months to a year, depending on complexity and agreement between parties.
No, you are not legally required to have a lawyer. However, it is highly recommended, especially in contested cases or those involving children or significant assets, as the legal process can be complex.
Yes, Oklahoma is a no-fault divorce state, meaning incompatibility is a sufficient ground for divorce. However, fault-based grounds like abandonment, adultery, or extreme cruelty can still be alleged and may influence certain aspects of the divorce, such as property division or alimony.
Oklahoma follows the principle of equitable distribution. This means marital property and debts acquired during the marriage are divided fairly, but not necessarily equally, between the spouses. The court considers various factors to achieve a just and reasonable division.
A covenant marriage, as proposed by Oklahoma Senate Bill 228, would be an optional marriage type requiring premarital counseling and making divorce more difficult. It would require proof of wrongdoing for divorce and marital counseling, and offers a $2,500 tax credit for those who opt in.
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