Who Can Get Help From A Child Support Enforcement Agency (Csea)?

Anyone receiving public benefits receives free child support services and is required to cooperate with the CSEA in establishing paternity and collecting child support. Families that do not get public benefits can apply for services with a written application. Some county CSEAs charge a $1.00 application fee, other CSEAs pay the fee for the applicant.

Other Ohio Family Law FAQs

Q: Where Do I Go To Apply For Services?
A: You apply at your local CSEA in the county where you live.
Q: Why Is It Important To Establish Paternity?
A: Children have the right to support from both parents. Children need their parents to work together to provide support. This is true even when the parents are not … More
Q: How And Where Can Paternity Be Established?
A: Paternity can be established in the following ways. The first is through the voluntary acknowledgment process where a form known as an Acknowledgment of Paternity … More
Q: The Father Of My Child Does Not Live In Ohio. Can I Establish Paternity And Get A Support Order?
A: Yes. Your local CSEA can help you establish paternity and get a support order, regardless of where the father lives. In some cases, this can even be done if he lives … More
Q: What If I Don't Know Where The Father Of My Child Lives?
A: Your local CSEA has many resources that can be used to locate the father of your child. These resources can also be used to locate his employment and any assets he may …
Q: Will The Csea Enforce Spousal Support (Previously Referred To As Alimony) Only Cases?
A: Yes.
Q: Can The Csea Assist Me With Visitation And Custody Issues?
A: For all visitation issues, you must consult with a private attorney. Most custody issues cannot be addressed by the CSEA.
Q: If The Non-Residential Parent Is Sending Me Money Directly, Does That Count As Child Support?
A: No. Those payments are considered gifts.
Q: What If A Health Insurance Company Denies An Application For Health Insurance?
A: Assuming paternity and/or support has been established, state law says that no health insurer can deny enrollment of a child in the parent`s plan based on the fact … More
Q: What Do I Do If I Have Completed The Paternity Affidavit But I Now Think I Am Not The Dad?
A: You need to contact the CSEA in the county where the mom resides to sign a rescission document as long as it has been 60 days or less since the affidavit has been … More