Idaho § 32-1218
Full text of Idaho Idaho Statutes § 32-1218, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 32-1218.
review and modification of support orders. (1) Each parent subject to a child support order that is being enforced by the department shall be notified of the right to request a review of the order by the department every thirty-six (36) months. Reviews shall not be conducted more frequently unless there has been a substantial and material change in circumstances, including but not limited to:
(a) An increase or decrease in income or assets of either parent or other person legally obligated for the support of a child;
(b) A substantial change in the needs of the child; or
(c) A change in custody or visitation rights of the non-custodial parent.
(2) A support order shall be reviewed for possible modification:
(a) If requested by either parent;
(b) If requested by any state, tribal, or foreign child support services agency; or
(c) Automatically, at least every thirty-six (36) months, in any case where either parent is receiving support pursuant to 42 U.S.C. 601 et seq.
(3) After a review pursuant to this section, each parent shall be notified of the outcome. The department shall only seek a modification of a support order if the review results in an obligation that differs from the existing order by at least fifteen percent (15%), but not less than fifty dollars ($50.00) per month.
[32-1218, added 2025, ch. 201, sec. 7, p. 915.]
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What does Idaho Statutes § 32-1218 cover?
Section 32-1218 is part of the Idaho Statutes, the codified statutory law of Idaho. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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