Enforcing Child Support
Under the law, parents share responsibility for their children regardless of their relationship with each other. When one parent takes on the task of living with and caring for the children on a regular basis, the other is expected to help out by making regular child support payments. Unfortunately, people do not always take their responsibilities seriously; shockingly, only 44.8% of custodial parents received every due child support payment in 2001.
Unpaid child support can create significant financial struggles for custodial parents and their children. If you are not receiving the payments you need, it may be time to seek legal assistance. An experienced Orlando divorce lawyer from the Schlegel Law Group can provide the information and aggressive representation you need. Call our offices at 407-648-0280.
Enforcement Methods
The Florida Department of Revenue is the agency charged with enforcing child support arrangements in our state. They can use a variety of techniques to pursue overdue payments, including:
- Withholding federal tax refunds
- Garnishing wages, unemployment benefits, and workers’ compensation payments
- Placing liens on the non-custodial parent’s car or other property
- Suspending the non-custodial parent’s driver’s license until payments are made
- Issuing an arrest warrant for the non-custodial parent
Unfortunately, despite the strict laws that are in place, getting a child support order enforced can be a long and difficult task. The process can be greatly simplified with the assistance of a knowledgeable and committed Orlando child support enforcement attorney. He or she will be able to help you understand your options and pursue effective methods for seeking justice.
Contact Us
At the Schlegel Law Group, our Orlando divorce lawyers are dedicated to making sure children and their custodial parents receive the support they need. Contact us today at 407-648-0280