What is the California Guideline Child Support Calculation Formula?

The California Guideline Child Support Calculation Formula provides a preliminary estimate of what the proper amount of child support is. This formula takes into account factors like the gross income of each parent, the time that each parent has the child in their custody, child care costs, and other mandatory expenses. The amount provided is just a preliminary assessment, as the courts have the final say in adjusting the child support up or down to account for the specifics of each unique case.