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SECTION 580-303
Application of law of state
Family Court Act (FCT) CHAPTER 686, ARTICLE 5-B, PART 3
§ 580-303. Application of law of state. Except as otherwise provided
in this article, a responding tribunal of this state shall:

1. apply the procedural and substantive law generally applicable to
similar proceedings originating in this state and may exercise all
powers and provide all remedies available in those proceedings; and

2. determine the duty of support and the amount payable in accordance
with the law and support guidelines of this state.