How Am I Assured That I Will Receive Support Payments?

Support orders since January 1994 must include a provision for wage withholding unless both parents and the courts agree on other payment methods. Under wage withholding, the support payment is deducted from the noncustodial parent`s paycheck just as taxes, insurance premiums and other items are. Child Support then sends the check to the custodial parent. Wage withholding offers advantages for all parties. First, is assures that the payment is made on the front end thus the child is financially supported. Second, it is a clear written record for the noncustodial parent that the support payment was made. If the noncustodial parent is selfemployed, arrangements for electronic funds transfer to CSED can be made.

Other New Mexico Family Law FAQs

Q: What Information Do I Need To Provide About The Non-Custodial Parent?
A: The most important information you can provide is the Social Security Number and his/her employer`s name and address. Other helpful information includes names, … More
Q: What If I Don't Have The Social Security Number For The Non-Custodial Parent?
A: Though Social Security Numbers are required for a number of legal documents like applications for professional licenses, commercial driver`s licenses, divorce records, … More
Q: What If The Non-Custodial Parent Has Left The State?
A: If you know the state where the noncustodial parent has moved, CSED can contact the Child Support Enforcement Agency in the other state and determine if the … More
Q: How Does Establishing Paternity Work?
A: A father can voluntarily acknowledge paternity by signing a written admission of paternity. All states have a program which birthing hospitals give unmarried parents … More
Q: What Will The Caseworker Need To Know To Try And Establish Paternity?
A: The caseworker will need to know as much information as you can give about the alleged father and the facts about your relationship with him. Some questions may be … More
Q: What Happens After Paternity Is Established?
A: After paternity is determined, a court order for support can be obtained to establish an order for child support. The support order will be based on the child`s needs, … More
Q: What If The Financial Situation Changes For The Non-Custodial Parent Or Me?
A: The Child Support Enforcement Division may review child support orders every three years, or if either parent requests a review. Based on the financial circumstances, … More
Q: What If The Non-Custodial Parent Is Self-Employed And Refuses To Pay?
A: There are instances where the noncustodial parent will not pay child support, and go out of his/her way to avoid the responsibility. These are the most difficult … More
Q: What Can I Do If The Non-Custodial Parent Lives In Another State?
A: The Uniform Interstate Family Support Act (UIFSA) makes interstate enforcement of child support obligations easier than in the past. This Act has procedures under … More
Q: In New Mexico, Can a Spouse Give Up His or Her Right to Alimony in a Premarital Agreement?
A: Yes, New Mexico law allows spouses to include modification or elimination of spousal support in their prenuptial agreement. More