CALIFORNIA FAMILY LAW
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Child Support
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Modification
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Change of Circumstances
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Modification of below guideline stipulated order does not require proof of changed circumstances.
Party moving to modify c/s bears burden of showing child's needs have decreased.
Change of circumstances rule explained.
A party seeking a modification of child support must show changed circumstances.
Increase in cost-of-living must be considered (spousal support case).
In absence of evidence of prior circumstances child support may be modified on basis of current financial condition, even without changed circumstances.
Effect of increase in cost-of-living on child support.