I want to lower my child support payments, what do I need to do?
If your support payments are processed through the Department of Revenue, you will need to contact their office.
If your payments are not processed through the Department of Revenue, you would need to file a supplemental petition to modify. Both parties will need to agree that they can file an agreed stipulation and order but you will need to do your own research to know what is required to file.
Why haven't I received my child support payment?
You will need to contact our office at 239-533-5000 to find out if there are any warnings or missing information from your file.
Can anyone go pay my child support in the office?
Yes, anyone can pay as long as they have the correct case number.
My child turned 18, how can I stop child support?
If your support payments are processed through the Department of Revenue, you will need to contact their office.
If your payments are not processed through the Department of Revenue, you would need to file a motion and order to the case, then contact the judicial assistant within 24-48 hours to find out if a hearing is needed.
Can anyone go pay my Writ of Bodily Attachment/Purge Warrant?
Yes, anyone can make the payment for you either at the Sheriff's office or our office.
Is there a form for crediting arrears?
If your payments are processed through the Department of Revenue (DOR), you would have to contact their office or file a motion to credit. If you file the motion to credit with the clerk’s office, you will need to provide the DOR with a copy.
If your payments are not with DOR you can file an agreement to credit and file a motion. You must contact the judicial assistant 24- 48 hours later to see if a hearing is required. Forms are available on our website under Forms Library Support- Child Support and Alimony to Credit. You will need to perform your own research or contact an attorney to complete the forms.
What do I do if I haven't received any alimony payments?
If alimony is not being paid, you can file a motion for hearing or a motion to be filed to hold them in contempt.
