What Is Acses?

ACSES is the child support computer system. It stands for Automated Child Support Enforcement System. This is where we store information about your case. It also keeps a record of all payments that are made or owed. If the noncustodial parent does not pay, ACSES automatically starts taking action to enforce the order. It also keeps a record of everything that happens on your case.

Other New Jersey Family Law FAQs

Q: What Are Child Support Services?
A: Child support services include locating the parent who has a responsibility to support their child(ren); legally determining if a person is the biological parent of … More
Q: Who Provides These Services?
A: In New Jersey, the Division of Family Development (the State Title IVD agency), county welfare agencies, the Administrative Office of the Courts, the County … More
Q: Who Can Get These Services?
A: You can get child support services if you live in New Jersey, are the parent or legal guardian of the child(ren) and if the child(ren) for whom you are seeking support … More
Q: How Do I Apply For These Services?
A: To apply for child support services, contact your local county office. You can get an application at your county`s Board of Social Services (or Welfare office) or … More
Q: Who Is The Custodial Parent?
A: The custodial parent is the parent who has custody of the child and who has filed for support services. A grandparent, relative or guardian of the child(ren) may be … More
Q: Who Is The Non-Custodial Parent?
A: The noncustodial parent is the person who has a responsibility to support the child(ren) and who is ordered to pay support to the custodial parent through the … More
Q: What If The Father Won't Admit That He Is The Father?
A: If the father does not agree that the child is his, a genetic test must be done. If the test scores 95% of higher, the man is presumed by law to be the father.
Q: How Does The Court Set The Amount Of My Child Support?
A: Generally, the court sets the amount of support using the New Jersey Child Support Guidelines. The support amount is based on the income of both parents and the … More
Q: How Is Child Support Paid?
A: In 1990, federal law changed to require child support payments to be automatically deducted from the noncustodial parent`s paycheck. This is called income … More
Q: What If The Non-Custodial Parent Doesn't Pay?
A: If the noncustodial parent doesn`t pay, Probation will take steps to enforce the order. If not previously ordered, this may include requiring the … More