Once a court date has been set, both parties are responsible for bringing any documentation supporting their position. Any documents provided to CSSD prior to the hearing will not be provided to the court. These documents can include, but are not limited to the following:
- Proof of direct payments
- Proof of Custody (i.e. school records, court order, etc.)
- Proof of Income
- Child Care Receipts
- Medical Expenses
- Other Expenses Related to the Child (i.e. extracurricular activities, sports, etc.)
The day of the hearing, you will want to reference the Notice of Hearing which provides instructions on attendance. If the hearing is by video or telephone, you will call in with the code provided. Once there you will participate in a brief meeting with the CSSD attorney prior to begin the hearing to confirm information relevant to the hearing, and if an agreement between the parties can be reached prior to the start of the hearing. Once this meet has concluded, the hearing will begin at the judges or hearing officers discretion.
Once the hearing has concluded, a final order formally enacting the results from the hearing is typically entered within 30 days by the court. CSSD cannot modify our enforcement of a case until this order has formally been entered by the court.
Please remember, CSSD cannot advocate on your behalf. CSSD does not represent the custodial party or non-custodial party. If you disagree with the child support decision of CSSD, it is your responsibility to advocate your position to the judge. If you disagree with any court filings resulting from a hearing, it is your responsibility to file with the court disputing the filings. CSSD will not dispute the results of a hearing for either party because we are a neutral entity.
Child Support Calculator
Link to the New Mexico Courts website. Click on Child Support Worksheet to generate an estimate of the potential monthly obligation in your case.
