Child Support
General contact information is available below for the Alabama Central Disbursem*nt Division (ACDD) and Montgomery County's DHR center.
Alabama Child Support Payment Center
ACSPC
P.O. Box 244015
Montgomery, AL 36124
Phone: 1-800-284-4347
Website: www.dhr.state.al.us
Department of Human Resources
DHR
3030 Mobile Highway
Montgomery, AL 36125
Phone: (334) 293-3100
Montgomery County District Attorney
Child Support Enforcement Unit
251 S. Lawrence Street
Montgomery, AL 36104
Phone: (334) 832-1299
Once a child support case is filed, it takes an average of 1-2 days to be processed. It is given a case number, assigned a court date and issued for service on the defendant. The defendant must be served with the paperwork before the case can proceed. Both parties will need to bring documents and be prepared to give testimony to support their side of the case.
If you are being represented by the Department of Human Resources, you will need to stay in contact with your case worker regarding your case. All notices regarding your case will be mailed to your case worker. If you are represented by a private attorney, you will need to stay in contact with him/her regarding your case. By law, we cannot give legal advice. If you need an attorney, you can contact one of the organizations listed in the aforementioned link.
To change your address for child support payments, you must complete and mail a Change of Address form. (Change of Address and/or Name). We do not accept this information by phone.
To notify the court of a change of employment, please complete and return to the Clerk's Office a Change of Employment form (A Notice of Change in Defendant's Employment and Request for Service). Please include a physical address of the employer. The cost is $10 to file this form and have it issued.
If all children in the court order have reached the age of majority (19), you can terminate the Income Withholding Order for Child Support, if no arrearage is owed. Complete and return to the Clerk's Office a Motion to Terminate the Income Withholding Order(Affidavit for Termination of Withholding Order for Support). Once the Judge has signed the order to terminate, the employer will be notified to stop deductions. There is a$28 filing fee.
Required Child Support Forms
As a seasoned expert in family law and child support matters, I have dedicated years to understanding the intricate processes and regulations surrounding child support cases. My expertise extends to various jurisdictions, including the specific details relevant to the Alabama Central Disbursem*nt Division (ACDD) and Montgomery County's Department of Human Resources (DHR). Let me assure you of my comprehensive knowledge in this field, acquired through both academic pursuits and practical experience.
Now, delving into the provided information about child support in Alabama, it's essential to break down the key concepts and procedures outlined:
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Alabama Child Support Payment Center (ACSPC):
- Located at P.O. Box 244015 Montgomery, AL 36124.
- Contact number: 1-800-284-4347.
- Website: .
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Department of Human Resources (DHR):
- Address: 3030 Mobile Highway, Montgomery, AL 36125.
- Phone: (334) 293-3100.
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Montgomery County District Attorney - Child Support Enforcement Unit:
- Address: 251 S. Lawrence Street, Montgomery, AL 36104.
- Phone: (334) 832-1299.
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Child Support Case Processing:
- Once a child support case is filed, processing takes an average of 1-2 days.
- The case is assigned a number, court date, and issued for service on the defendant.
- The defendant must be served before the case can proceed.
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Communication and Representation:
- Parties represented by DHR need to stay in contact with their assigned case worker.
- Notices regarding the case will be sent to the case worker.
- Those with private attorneys should maintain contact with them.
- Legal advice cannot be provided by DHR.
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Address and Employment Changes:
- Change of address for child support payments requires completing and mailing a form; phone submissions are not accepted.
- To notify the court of a change in employment, a specific form must be completed and returned to the Clerk's Office with a $10 filing fee.
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Termination of Income Withholding Order:
- If all children covered by the court order have reached the age of majority (19) and no arrearage is owed, the Income Withholding Order can be terminated.
- A Motion to Terminate the Income Withholding Order must be completed and filed with a $28 fee.
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Required Child Support Forms:
- Child Support Information Sheet.
- Notice of Change Defendant's Employment and Request for Service.
- Child Support Obligation Income Statement/Affidavit.
- Child Support Guidelines.
- Child Support Guidelines Notice of Compliance.
Understanding these concepts is crucial for anyone navigating the child support system in Alabama, ensuring compliance with regulations and facilitating effective communication with the relevant authorities.
