Child custody and support in Arkansas

Custody of the Children In Arkansas

Child Custody is determined based on the best interest of the child or children without regard to the gender of the parent. In other words, custody is determined in a way that assures frequent and meaningful contact between the children and both parents. If the parents have a preference for custody and they can agree upon it, it can be presented to the court and it will be strongly considered by the judge as an option.

Arkansas Child Support Guidelines

Unless unusual circumstances exist, Arkansas has specific child support guidelines that will apply in almost every case. Both parties' gross income and other child related expenses are taken into account when child support is calculated. In some cases, child support is extended through a child's secondary education, even though age 18 is normally the cut off age.