If the noncustodial parent fails to pay child support, Texas law provides several enforcement options:

Wage garnishment to withhold payments directly from their paycheck.

Bank account liens to collect overdue payments.

Property liens on real or personal property.

Suspension of driver’s, professional, or recreational licenses.

Passport denial.

Contempt of court, potentially resulting in fines or jail time.

These actions help ensure compliance and secure financial support for the child.

Yes. Enforcement can continue while the noncustodial parent is in prison. Available measures include:

Income withholding from prison work programs or pensions.

Interception of federal or state tax refunds.

Liens on property or assets.

The obligation to pay child support remains regardless of incarceration.

To modify a child support order, you must file a petition with the court that issued the original order. Modifications may be granted for significant changes, such as:

Substantial changes in either parent’s income.

Significant changes in the child’s needs (medical, educational, etc.).

Changes in custody arrangements.

Child support orders are not automatically modified; court approval is required.

The Bradley Amendment is a federal law that prohibits retroactive reduction of child support. Once child support becomes due, it cannot be lowered retroactively, even if the noncustodial parent experiences a change in circumstances. Arrears may accrue interest, and liens can be filed to secure payment.

Yes. Texas can enforce child support orders across state lines under the Uniform Interstate Family Support Act (UIFSA). Measures include:

Wage garnishment through the noncustodial parent’s employer in another state.

Interception of tax refunds.

Liens or seizure of property in the other state.

UIFSA ensures that child support obligations are enforced consistently, regardless of the parent’s location.

Child Support 2 Collect helps custodial parents with:

Bank account enforcement

Wage garnishment

Child support lien filing

Collection of past-due payments

Ongoing monitoring to ensure compliance

Contact Child Support 2 Collect via the website or phone. Our team reviews your case, identifies enforcement options, and initiates steps such as filing liens or garnishments to recover unpaid support.

The timeline varies depending on the enforcement method. Wage garnishments can start within a few pay periods, while bank account liens may take a few weeks. Continuous monitoring ensures collection over time.

Yes. Self-employed parents are still obligated to pay child support. Enforcement may require reviewing bank statements, tax records, or other financial documents to determine income for withholding or liens.

Frequent job changes can make wage garnishment more complex. Child Support 2 Collect monitors employment status and can update garnishment orders or explore alternative enforcement options, such as bank account liens.

Child Support 2 Collect charges fees for certain services related to enforcing past-due child support. Contact our team directly to review your case and discuss costs.

Yes. Unpaid child support balances often accrue interest over time. Filing liens or other enforcement actions can help recover both the principal and interest owed.

Child support orders can still be enforced across state lines under the Uniform Interstate Family Support Act (UIFSA). Child Support 2 Collect can coordinate with agencies in other states to continue enforcement.

Yes. Enforcement methods like wage garnishment, bank account liens, and license suspension can be combined to maximize the likelihood of collecting unpaid child support.

It’s recommended to monitor payments regularly. Child Support 2 Collect provides ongoing monitoring services to ensure timely collection and to take action if payments are missed.

Sometimes. In certain circumstances, Child Support 2 Collect can work with both parties to arrange a repayment plan or settlement for arrears while ensuring the child’s needs are met.

Yes. Retirement income, such as pensions, Social Security, or investment distributions, can be used to satisfy child support obligations. Enforcement actions like bank account liens or garnishment of pension payments may be used.

Yes. Liens can be placed on real estate, vehicles, or other valuable property to secure unpaid child support. This can help recover both current and past-due payments.

Child support obligations are generally considered priority debts and are not easily discharged in bankruptcy. Enforcement may continue for arrears through liens or wage garnishments.

Yes. While more complex, cross-border enforcement is possible through international agreements and coordination with foreign child support agencies.

Yes. In Texas, unpaid child support can be collected for past periods, and arrears may accrue interest. The Bradley Amendment prohibits retroactive reduction of past-due amounts.

Some funds may be protected, such as Social Security benefits, certain retirement accounts, or child support already received. Child Support 2 Collect ensures enforcement is compliant with legal protections.

Yes. Liens, judgments, and unpaid child support can negatively impact credit reports. Enforcement actions are reported in accordance with Texas law.

Disputes may require verification of records and potentially a court review. Child Support 2 Collect can help gather documentation and pursue legal remedies to ensure proper collection.

Child Support 2 Collect provides ongoing monitoring and updates on collected payments, bank account liens, and garnishments to ensure that enforcement is effective.

Enforcement generally continues until the child reaches the age specified in the support order. However, arrears can still be collected after the child becomes an adult.

Yes. Even if the parent is unemployed, liens, future wage garnishments, or interception of tax refunds may be used once the parent has income.

We use legal methods, court records, and financial investigation techniques to locate accounts that may be subject to liens or garnishments.

Yes. Partial payments are applied toward the oldest arrears first, and enforcement continues until the full balance is collected.

Yes. Texas law allows suspension of licenses for nonpayment of child support, which encourages complia

The court may hold the parent in contempt, which can result in fines, additional liens, or even jail time to enforce compliance.

For self-employed parents, garnishment may involve direct payment agreements, tax refund interception, or liens on business assets.

Child Support 2 Collect provides ongoing monitoring services to track payments, account activity, and compliance with the support order.

Yes. These costs are considered part of the child support obligation and can be collected using the same enforcement methods..

Enforcement may become more challenging, but international agreements and legal processes may allow collection depending on the country’s treaties and local laws.

There is no statute of limitations on collecting unpaid child support in Texas. Arrears remain collectible until they are fully paid.

Yes. Retirement income, such as pensions and some retirement accounts, can be subject to withholding or liens to pay child support arrears.

If a parent is paid in cash, enforcement may rely on bank liens, property liens, or tax record reviews to secure payment. Courts may also impose penalties for failure to disclose income.

Yes. Liens placed on real estate or vehicles can prevent sale or transfer until the child support debt is satisfied.

Courts can investigate financial records, tax returns, and bank statements. Submitting false information may lead to penalties, contempt charges, or criminal consequences.

Yes. Both federal and state tax refunds may be intercepted and applied toward child support arrears.

Yes. Lottery winnings can be intercepted and applied toward unpaid child support obligations.

Yes. Texas law requires interest to be added to unpaid child support balances, increasing the total amount owed over time.

A custodial parent may request forgiveness of arrears, but forgiveness requires court approval and is not always granted.

We monitor accounts and take swift action—such as wage garnishments, bank liens, or license suspensions—to enforce compliance and restart payments.

Business accounts can also be subject to liens and review. Child Support 2 Collect investigates financial activity to locate hidden assets.

Yes. Unpaid child support can be claimed against the estate of the deceased parent, and property may be used to satisfy arrears.

Child Support 2 Collect uses asset tracking, employment searches, and state-to-state enforcement tools to continue collections regardless of relocation.

Yes. In some cases, repayment plans can be established, but enforcement remains in place until the balance is satisfied.

No. A parent’s obligation to support their child remains regardless of remarriage. New spouses are not financially responsible for past-due child support.

Yes. Even if classified as an independent contractor, payments can be intercepted from business accounts or enforced through liens

Voluntarily leaving employment does not remove the obligation. Enforcement can continue through liens, property seizure, or contempt of court.

Yes. A portion of unemployment benefits may be withheld to satisfy child support obligations.

Yes. Inheritance funds deposited into bank accounts may be subject to liens or seizure to satisfy unpaid child support.

The child support enforcement process can intercept the refund, but the spouse may need to file for an “injured spouse” claim to protect their portion.

Yes. Unpaid child support may result in suspension or denial of professional licenses such as law, medical, or trade certifications.

Yes. Child support arrears may appear on credit reports, lowering credit scores and affecting loan approvals.

Child support obligations cannot be discharged in bankruptcy. Enforcement continues for arrears even during bankruptcy proceedings.

Yes. Our team investigates financial activity, bank accounts, property records, and employment history to uncover hidden income or assets.

Yes. Some Social Security benefits, such as retirement or disability payments, can be garnished. Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is generally exempt.

Yes. Courts may hold the parent in contempt for failing to pay, which can result in fines or jail time until compliance is achieved.

Yes. Even after the child becomes an adult, arrears remain collectible until the balance is fully paid.

While the Attorney General’s Office handles a large caseload, Child Support 2 Collect offers personalized, aggressive enforcement strategies with a faster response time.

Yes. Disability benefits may be subject to garnishment unless they are specifically exempt, such as SSI.

Wage garnishment can often still be enforced through the employer if it is headquartered in the United States.

Yes. Military service members’ pay can be garnished for child support, and enforcement can also apply to retirement and disability benefits.

Yes. Vehicles and other titled property can be subject to liens until child support arrears are satisfied.

Child Support 2 Collect tracks financial activity and can file new liens as accounts are discovered. Enforcement follows the assets, not just one account.

Yes. Workers’ compensation payments can be intercepted to satisfy child support obligations.

Yes. Even if the parent avoids bank accounts, enforcement may include property liens, license suspension, or contempt proceedings.

Yes. Personal assets such as vehicles, equipment, or valuables can be seized and sold to cover arrears.

Yes. Parents owing more than $2,500 in arrears may be denied passport issuance or renewal until payments are made.

Yes. Refunds can be intercepted, and arrears may complicate joint filings if the parent’s spouse seeks to protect their portion of the refund.

Yes. If the noncustodial parent owns rental properties, income from tenants can be garnished or liens can be placed on the property itself.

Yes. While SSI is exempt, other forms of income and property can still be enforced against to satisfy unpaid child support.

Yes. Texas law allows suspension or denial of renewals for professional licenses such as law, real estate, nursing, and medical if child support remains unpaid.

Yes. Unpaid child support can be reported to credit agencies, which damages the parent’s credit score and impacts financial opportunities.

No. Employers are legally required to comply with garnishment orders. Failure to do so can result in fines and legal consequences.

Yes. Any form of employment-related income, including bonuses, overtime, and commissions, can be intercepted to pay arrears.

Yes. Certain retirement accounts can be subject to enforcement actions such as Qualified Domestic Relations Orders (QDROs).

Failure to appear in court may result in default judgments, arrest warrants, or contempt charges.

Yes. Business income and assets can be garnished or seized to satisfy unpaid child support.

Yes. Earnings from gig work platforms, freelance contracts, or small businesses are subject to enforcement actions.

Courts can investigate fraudulent transfers and reverse them, making the hidden assets available for child support enforcement.

Yes. Child support orders can extend to dividends, investment accounts, and other forms of passive income.

Yes. Owing more than $2,500 in arrears can result in passport denial, limiting international travel.

Yes. Liens can be placed on property co-owned with another person, although the co-owner’s rights may also be considered during enforcement.

Yes. Enforcement continues, and if the parent has assets or income, those can still be applied to arrears.

Yes. If the noncustodial parent passes away, life insurance proceeds may be subject to claims for unpaid child support.

Yes. Child Support 2 Collect tracks employment, financial activity, and property records, ensuring enforcement follows the parent despite frequent moves.

Yes. If the noncustodial parent has access to a trust or distributions from it, those funds may be subject to enforcement.

Yes. Child Support 2 Collect may use investigative methods to locate hidden assets, undisclosed income, or employment sources.

Yes. If the noncustodial parent inherits real estate or other property, liens can be placed to satisfy arrears.

Yes. Casino or lottery winnings can be intercepted to pay past-due child support.

Yes. Settlements and awards from lawsuits can be intercepted to cover unpaid child support obligations.

Yes. Arrears accrued before adoption remain enforceable even after a stepparent adoption takes place.

Yes. Social Security retirement benefits are subject to garnishment for arrears, though SSI benefits are exempt.

Possibly. A custodial parent can request waiver of interest, but it requires court approval and is not automatically granted.

We use advanced enforcement tools—bank liens, wage garnishments, property seizures, license suspensions, and investigative strategies—to aggressively pursue unpaid child support until it is collected.