Who May Apply for Child Support Enforcement Services?

Any parent or custodian of a dependent child who is not receiving public assistance may apply for Child Support Services. Any parent or caretaker who is owed child support arrearages may also apply for services.

You may not need to apply if:

• You currently receive public assistance. Families who receive public assistance automatically receive child support services.



• You have received public assistance or child support services in the past. Contact the state where services were provided to determine if you have an open child support case.



• You live in another state. You may apply for child support services if you do not live in the State of Florida. However, you may be required to appear at a hearing in Florida or be required to testify at a designated location in your state at the Court's discretion. Additionally, if neither parent lives in Florida, we may not have jurisdiction to obtain or enforce a support order.