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Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resources (4)
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Family Court Updates (Video)
This is a video and fact sheet with information about Legal Services and Family Courts in New York's Ninth Judicial District (Dutchess, Orange, Putnam, Rockland and Westchester) during the COVID-19 Crisis. Read More
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FAQ's Regarding Family Court During the COVID-19 Emergency
This article has frequently asked questions about family court matters, including custody/visitation, child support, and orders of protection. Content Detail
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How will my stimulus check be affected by my child support?
This article has answers to many questions you may have if you are paying child support, lost your job, file a joint tax return, or currently owe child support. Content Detail
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What to know if you have a family court issue & live in Sullivan & Ulster Counties
This is a video about how the family court in Sullivan and Ulster counties are operating during the public health emergency. It is important to note in the description that the video is current as of May 22nd and that as the situation improves, there may be additional updates about operating status. Content Detail
I want to know if I can get child support (5)
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Can I get child support?
Learn about the child support you may be able to receive. Content Detail
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Child support in New York
How do I get child support? How does the court decide how much child support should be paid? What happens if a parent does not pay child support? How do I change my child support? Find answers to these questions and more here. Content Detail
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How to get child support when you are a victim of domestic violence
If you are a victim of domestic violence, or if you fear your child's parent will harm you if you ask for child support, here is information on how to ask for child support safely. Read More
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Interactive Tour of Child Support
Step-by-step online tour for custodial parents, non-custodial parents, and service providers. Content Detail
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Where domestic violence victims in Westchester County can get help with getting child support
If you are a victim of domestic violence and you have a child support case in Westchester County Family Court, there are two agencies that may be able to help you. Read More
How do I apply for child support? (5)
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Filling Out A Financial Disclosure Affidavit
A step-by-step guide on how to fill out the financial disclosure affidavit for parents with a child support case. Content Detail
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How to get child support in New York State
Information on where to file for child support, what happens in Family Court, and The Child Support Standards Act. Read More
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I need to start a child support case
Read this page to learn how to "petition" (or ask) the court for an order for child support. Content Detail
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Introduction to Child Support
This guide answers many questions that a non-custodial parent might have about child support. All of the information is helpful for custodial and non-custodial parents. Content Detail
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Which court handles cases about children and families in New York State?
In New York State, cases involving children and families are usually handled in Family Court or in Supreme Court. The court can make decisions over a wide range of cases including child abuse and neglect, adoption, custody and visitation, domestic violence, guardianship, juvenile delinquency, paternity, person in need of supervision, and support. Content Detail
I already get child support, but I want to change it (4)
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Can I use mediation to address Child Custody, Parenting Plan and Child Support?
This is a brief article that will help you understand how you can use mediation for custody or child support issues, regardless of what part of the process you are in. Read More
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Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA) for Child Support Orders
If you are getting or paying child support, this fact sheet can tell you when these orders can be reviewed for cost of living adjustments, and how that process works. Read More
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- French / Français
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Frequently asked questions about child support
This is an expanding list of questions titled Introduction to Child Support. This list includes answers to questions about changing a child support order and more. Content Detail
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Online Support Modification Program
You can use the Support Modification Petition to ask (or "petition") the Family Court to change a support order if there is a "change in circumstances." This program will help you fill out the petition that you will need to file in Family Court. Content Detail
My ex is not paying child support (4)
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Can I use mediation to address Child Custody, Parenting Plan and Child Support?
This is a brief article that will help you understand how you can use mediation for custody or child support issues, regardless of what part of the process you are in. Read More
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Child support enforcement
The child support program helps custodial parents get financial support and medical insurance coverage for their children by locating parents, establishing paternity, establishing support orders, and collecting and distributing child support payments. Content Detail
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Family Court Support Enforcement/Violation Petition
You can use the Support Enforcement/Violation Petition, if the support order is not being followed. This free program will help you fill out the petition that you will need to file in Family Court. You can use this program: - If you already have a support order signed by a judge. - If you are the one who receives the support payment. - If no person on the support order gets public assistance. Content Detail
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What is the Support Collection Unit?
Information about the Support Collection Unit and how this agency can help you collect child support payments after a divorce. Read More
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How do I pay child support? (3)
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Manage child support payments and more through New York Child Support Online
This website has resources and tools for custodial parents, noncustodial parents, employers, and providers. On this website you can apply for child support services, view information about your EPPICard, and more. Content Detail
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What to do when you lose your job and cannot pay child support
Information on what to do if you have lost your job and are responsible for paying child support. Read More
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I cannot afford my child support payment (2)
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Can I use mediation to address Child Custody, Parenting Plan and Child Support?
This is a brief article that will help you understand how you can use mediation for custody or child support issues, regardless of what part of the process you are in. Read More
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Online Support Modification Program
You can use the Support Modification Petition to ask (or "petition") the Family Court to change a support order if there is a "change in circumstances." This program will help you fill out the petition that you will need to file in Family Court. Content Detail
I need an interpreter (2)
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Getting help from Family Court in your native language
This book is for domestic violence victims, including victims that do not speak English well. It provides answers to frequently asked questions about how to obtain an order of protection and your right to an interpreter in Family Court. Content Detail
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Video: How to Work with Interpreters
In this video, you will learn some basic tips that will allow you to communicate effectively and easily through an interpreter with a person who doesn't speak your language. Content Detail
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I disagree with my child support order (1)
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How to File an Objection or Rebuttal to a Child Support Order
Instructions on filing an objection to a child support order if you disagree with the final order. This link will take you away from our site. Content Detail
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I do not want to pay child support anymore (1)
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Can I give up my rights as a parent?
Learn about whether you can give up your rights as a parent. Read More
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