What is an income withholding order for child support?

An income withholding order for child support is a court-ordered payment plan that ensures the financial needs of a minor child are being met. In Wisconsin, the court (or a government agency) will issue an income withholding order to the parent obligated to pay child support. This order requires the parent’s employer to withhold a certain amount from the parent’s paycheck in order to pay child support. The amount withheld is based on the paying parent’s income. This money will then be paid to the other parent (the custodial parent) to help cover the child’s needs. The income withholding order is sent directly to the paying parent’s employer, who is legally required to comply with the order and withhold the child support payments. The income withholding order is a legally binding document and failure to comply can result in serious penalties. This ensures that child support will be paid on time and in the amount specified by the court.

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