In the Matter of the State of New Hampshire and Cory R. Lounder

The respondent, Cory R. Lounder, appeals an order of the Superior Court (Kissinger, J.) denying his petition to modify child support. He argues that the trial court erred by concluding that his incarcerated status made him ineligible for a reduction in support. We reverse and remand.

The following facts were found by the trial court or are supported by the record. In November 2009, the trial court approved a uniform support order that obligated the respondent to pay $109 per week in child support to the mother of his children. At that time, the respondent was employed full-time and earning…