Collecting unpaid child support from a bank account in Texas

When child support goes unpaid, custodial parents often wonder what options are available to recover the money owed. One of the most effective enforcement tools under Texas law is seizing funds directly from the non-custodial parent's bank account. At Child Support 2 Collect, we guide parents through this process and take the necessary steps to ensure arrears are collected quickly and legally.

How bank account seizure works

Texas law allows for the seizure of funds in a bank account when a parent has past-due child support. This is done through a legal process called a child support lien. Once a lien is in place, it authorizes the collection of funds held in financial institutions to satisfy the unpaid support.

Steps to collect from a bank account

1. Review of court orders and arrearsWe review your existing child support order and payment history, and calculate the total arrears owed — ensuring the amount collected is accurate and enforceable.
2. Locate financial accountsUsing advanced investigative tools, we identify where the non-custodial parent holds checking, savings, and other deposit accounts.
3. Filing a child support lienA lien is filed against the parent's bank account for unpaid support. Once filed, it attaches to the funds in the account.
4. Notice to the financial institutionThe lien is served to the bank or credit union, which must then freeze the funds up to the amount of past-due support.
5. Seizure and payment of fundsAfter proper notice and compliance with the law, the funds are seized and applied toward the unpaid support balance.

Why work with Child Support 2 Collect?

Bank account seizures are highly effective, but child support enforcement often requires ongoing action. We continue monitoring the case and pursue additional enforcement measures if necessary — all with no upfront fees. If we don't collect, you don't pay.