How does Missouri Child Support Work?

Courts issue an order for Missouri child support based on parents’ or guardians’ income and cost of child-rearing. Basic expenses such as food and clothing are covered, along with additional items at a judge’s discretion. Missouri Revised Statutes 452 and 454 underpin the system, and enforcement for failure to pay can range from wage garnishment to imprisonment. Parents or guardians can modify or challenge a child custody order in court.

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