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Re: how do i collect child support with an existing court order

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The courts agree with the old saying "two wrongs don't make a right." Do not withhold visitation. Instead go see the Department of Child Support Services in your county (formerly the District Attorney's Family Support Unit). The people there will help you enforce your child support judgment in the proper manner.

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Reply: how do i collect child support with an existing court order

Holding back visitation is not the answer. Have you contacted the district attorney child support enforcement bureau? They can suspend his drivers license and intercept his tax refund.

Good luck to you!

Brian Levy, Esq.

Law Offices of Brian Don Levy

Re: how do i collect child support with an existing court order

Unfortunately, you cannot withhold visitation due to unpaid child support. You can check with the local District Attorney's office to see what they can do, and there are also private collection agencies that can help.