Child Support in Nebraska
March 14, 2025
It is Important for Parents to Understand that Child Support is a Two Way Street
In Nebraska child support is a critical aspect of ensuring the well-being of children. Here are some key points related to child support in Nebraska:
- Nebraska Child Support Payment Center ("NCSPC"):
- The NCSPC handles child support payments; if you have an open child support case and are employed, court-ordered payments may be made through income withholding.
- For those without an open child support case and not subject to income withholding, there are various payment options available.
- The NCSPC has installed self-service kiosks at several locations where paying parents can make payments with cash, debit cards, credit cards, personal/business checks, and money orders.
2. Legal Obligation:
- Each parent have a legal obligation to support their child from birth until the age of 19.
- Child support includes providing food, shelter, clothing, necessary supplies, transportation, education, and healthcare for the child.
3. Nebraska Child Support Program:
- The program aims to ensure that children receive the financial and medical support they need.
- It emphasizes responsible behavior toward children and recognizes that children benefit from the involvement of both parents.
The Nebraska alimony statute is outlined in Nebraska Revised Statute 42-365. It provides guidelines for awarding alimony during divorce proceedings, considering factors such as the duration of the marriage, contributions to the marriage, and the financial circumstances of both parties. Alimony is intended to support one spouse when the economic circumstances make it appropriate. The statute also addresses the modification, revocation, and termination of alimony orders.
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Understanding Nebraska Law on the Issue of Removal of a Child from the Jurisdiction
According to Nebraska Revised Statute 43-1411, a civil proceeding to establish the paternity of a child may be instituted by the mother or the alleged father of such child, either during pregnancy or within four years after the child’s birth, unless a valid consent or relinquishment has been made pursuant to sections 43-104.08 to 43-104.24 or section 43-105 for purposes of adoption1. The proceeding may be instituted in the court of the district where the child is domiciled or found or, for cases under the Uniform Interstate Family Support Act, where the alleged father is domiciled1. The guardian or next friend of such child or the state may also institute the proceeding either during pregnancy or within eighteen years after the child’s birth.
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