What is Child Support Withholding?

Child support withholding is a process that, like taxes, automatically deducts child support payments from the noncustodial parent’s paycheck Stubs. When a child support order is established, the child support agency notifies the noncustodial parent’s employer of the income withholding.

The notice specifies how frequently and how much to withhold. The employer withholds the child support payment and sends it to the child support agency, which receives it and forwards it to the custodial parent.

What Happens if an Employer Doesn’t Withhold Child Support?

Employers who fail to withhold child support may face penalties, legal action, and unpaid child support liability.
Failure to comply with child support withholding requirements can also negatively impact an employer’s reputation and business relationships.
Employers should be aware of their legal responsibilities under state and federal law and take steps to ensure compliance.

Are Employers Required to Withhold Child Support?

Yes, employers are required by law to deduct child support payments from their employees’ paychecks in most cases. Here are some key considerations:

Payment deadline

Employers must pay the withheld child support to the state agency in charge of distributing the funds within the timeframe specified.

Required Withholding

Employers are required by the Federal Income Deduction Order and the Uniform Income Withholding Orders Act (UIWOA) to deduct child support from employee wages.