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 Child support in Colorado is calculated using a formula that takes into account the parents' incomes, the number of children, and the amount of time each parent spends with the children. The formula is as follows:

• Basic support: The basic support amount is 20% of the parents' combined gross income.
• Additional support: The court may order additional support if the parents have high-cost medical expenses or if one parent has a significant amount of debt.
• Child care support: The court may order child care support if one parent pays for child care so that the other parent can work or go to school.
• Health insurance support: The court may order health insurance support if one parent has health insurance and the other parent does not.
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The court will also consider a number of other factors when calculating child support, such as the parents' work schedules, the cost of living in the area, and the parents' ability to pay.

Child support orders in Colorado are typically reviewed every three years. The court may modify the order if there is a significant change in the parents' circumstances, such as a change in income or a change in the amount of time the parents spend with the children.

If you are going through a divorce or separation in Colorado and you have minor children or have children involved in a domestic matter, it is important to speak with an attorney about child support. An attorney can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

Here are some additional things to keep in mind about child support in Colorado:

• Child support is not tax-deductible for the paying parent.
• Child support is not taxable income for the receiving parent.
• The paying parent is responsible for paying child support even if the child is not living with them.
• The paying parent must pay child support on time and in full.
• If the paying parent fails to pay child support, they may be subject to a number of penalties, such as wage garnishment, driver's license suspension, and jail time.

Here are some additional resources that you may find helpful:

• Colorado Child Support Services: https://childsupport.state.co.us/
• Colorado Legal Services: https://coloradolegalservices.org/
• The National Child Support Enforcement Association: https://www.ncsea.org/ 

Bridget Rachel Grace, is an experienced family law attorney who is dedicated to providing comprehensive legal services to individuals and families facing difficult legal challenges. With over 25 years of experience, she has helped countless clients navigate the legal system and achieve the best possible outcome for their child support cases. If you need representation in a child support, or a family law matter, Bridget Rachel Grace is here to help.