Individuals may visit a local child support agency (LCSA) to open a child support case or for information about other services. Child support program services include obtaining child support and medical support orders, establishing paternity, and collecting support payments—NOT divorce, custody, or visitation.

Applications for service are available at the local office or you may download it here. Completed applications must be mailed or dropped off at the local child support agency office to be processed.

New services:

To ensure child support payments are received quickly sign-up for:

• Direct Deposit—Payments are automatically deposited into your checking or savings account, or
• Electronic Payment Card (EPC)—Payments are credited to the EPC – use it like an ATM card

Important resources:

• Child Support Handbook
• Applying for Services
• Paternity Information
• Customer Service
• California Parent Locator Service (CPLS)