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Child Support
[EAS 44-113.7]
Direct Child Support
When direct child support is received from the absent parent, the caretaker must agree to turn in that support payment unless they are exempt (Safety Net cases). If the client is not exempt and fails or refuses to cooperate in this process, that person must be penalized. Direct child support received is unearned income. Allowing the child support disregard, if applicable. Refer to Child/Spousal Support Disregard.
Payments From Department of Child Support Services (DCSS)
When the DCSS receives child support payments for an CalWORKs case, a decision is made concerning the application and distribution of these funds. When the client receives funds from DCSS, use the following chart:
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The payment is identified as an “Excess” payment, |
Count the entire amount of the warrants received as unearned income. Excess payments are issued when the absent parent has repaid all the arrears monies owed to the county. Re-examine CalWORKs eligibility, as the absent parent may be paying more than the grant amount. |
Related Topics
Social Security, Railroad Retirement and Other Pensions
Social Security Benefits for Children
Social Security Benefits of a Minor Parent
Disability Benefits Other than Disability Based Income
Unemployment Insurance Benefits (UIB)