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Family Support
Frequently Asked QuestionsMain Information Number (561) 355 - 6511
Individual Case Information (561) 355 - 2937
(automated voice response system in English, Spanish and Creole; please have your case number)
- Where do I send my child support payments?
*State Disbursement Unit as listed on the main Family Support web page , P.O. Box 8500, Tallahassee, FL 32314
- How do I change my address?
* Submit address changes in writing to Clerk of Circuit Court, Family Support Division, P.O. Box 3597, West Palm Beach, FL 33402
- When was the last payment made?
* Check the link to MyFloridaCounty.com as listed on the main page for further information as to payment information as well as the Clerk’s Office automated line at 355 - 2937
- I need legal advice / help with my case. Is there someone who can help me?
*Yes, you can contact the Main Courthouse Self Help Center at (561) 355 - 4655. It is located in room 2.21 and is open Monday through Friday 8:30 - 4:30. There is also a Self Help Center at the South County Courthouse which is open Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 - 4:00, located in room 202. They provide attorney services and forms for a nominal fee.
- If the respondent moves to another state can I still pursue child support?
* Yes, you can file Pro Se or contact the Department of Revenue for assistance in filing an out of state case.
An income deduction order was signed directing payments through the Clerk’s office. How can I have this issued? *Upon receipt of employer information, the Clerk’s office will send a Notice to Payor to the employer.
Do I have to get an income deduction order every time there is a change of employment? * If no changes have been made to the regular support amount a new income deduction order is not necessary. Upon receipt of the new employer information, the Clerk’s office will send a Notice to Payor to the new employer. However, if there are any changes in the amount to be paid through the court, such as; child support or alimony, payment on the balance, payment on attorney’s fees, etc., a corresponding Income Deduction Order must be filed with the Clerk to take action.
How do I get help in enforcement of support? (Ex-spouse not paying any money to me.) *Contact the Department of Revenue at 1-800-622-5437 or visit their web site as listed on the Family Support main page. Also you may visit the Self Help Center or consult with an attorney.
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