Frequently Asked Questions

  1. How do I file charges against someone?
  2. How do I get a restraining order?
  3. How do I “drop” charges?
  4. What is restitution?
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  1. Who is eligible for services from the child support division?
  2. How can I apply for services?
  3. Does the prosecuting attorney or the child support division also determine custody of the children and visitation rights, or settle visitation disputes?
  4. Does the prosecuting attorney or the child support division also resolve property settlement matters?
  5. Are the earnings of both parents considered in setting the amount of child support?
  6. How are child support payments made
  7. What if the parents of the child(ren) were never married to each other?
  8. What is paternity and what does establishing paternity mean?
  9. Why is establishing paternity important?
  10. What are the benefits to the father of establishing paternity?
  11. What if the father or mother is not 18?
  12. How long after a child is born can paternity be established?
  13. What does it mean to cooperate with the child support division?
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If you have any other questions, please feel free to contact our office!