This information and resources is about child support in Iowa. For other states, go to LawHelp.org
How Judges Decide How Much Child Support a Parent Must Pay
How much each parent makes sets the amount of child support due in Iowa. Here are the charts Child Support Recovery Unit and judges use charts called the Uniform Child Support Guidelines (Guidelines).
Help for Iowans Who Owe Back Child Support
Information that helps Iowans who owe back child support
Paternity and Child Support
Answers to frequently asked questions on the topics of paternity and child support.
Paternity Fraud
Information on why it is best to be sure before naming someone as the father of your child.