Due process

In Arizona, a divorce decree becomes final when it is signed by the judge and filed with the court clerk. Once finalized, the terms of the decree, including asset division, child custody, and support arrangements, are legally binding. However, errors in the application of the law, miscalculations, or new evidence can justify an appeal. According to Arizona Revised Statutes (A.R.S.) § 12-2101, appeals must typically be filed within 30 days of the decree's entry.

During a child support appeal hearing in Arizona, no new evidence is presented. The focus is on the appellate judges reviewing the existing record from the original trial to determine if legal or procedural errors occurred. Both parties may present oral arguments to advocate for their position, after which the judges will deliberate and make a decision. This decision could confirm, overturn, or modify the initial order, and is typically provided in writing weeks or months after the hearing.

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