What is a withholding order for child support?

A withholding order for child support is an order from the court that requires income withholding by the employer of a parent who owes child support. In Washington, this order is usually issued by the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS). The withholding order requires the employer to collect and send child support payments to the state registry then from there the money is distributed to the custodial parent. When this order is issued, the employer is responsible for following the court’s instructions and sending the money to the proper agency. Withholding orders can also be issued to a self-employed parent who does not have an employer. The withholding order helps ensure that parents will pay the support that is owed for the child so they can receive the financial help they are entitled to. It also ensures that the money is collected and sent to the appropriate agency so that the child and their custodial parent do not have to chase payments or wait for the money to arrive. This is an important step in ensuring that children and their parents are receiving the appropriate amount of support.

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