09/02/2026
Thinking about reducing work hours or underreporting cash income to minimize child support? PA Domestic Relations offices scrutinize earning capacity closely! 💡
In Pennsylvania, child support is calculated using Monthly Net Income—or Earning Capacity:
• Voluntary Unemployment/Underemployment: If you leave a job to work part-time without valid cause, the court can “impute” income based on your qualifications and work history.
• Self-Employed / Cash Income: Courts examine tax returns, bank deposits, and personal expense statements to determine true net income.
Accurate financial reporting keeps you out of contempt court.
Questions about self-employed child support in Delco? Contact Jones & Associates, Law P.C. at (610) 874-1900.