Apply for Child Support Services

Authored By: CA Department of Child Support Services

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Who Can Enroll

Either parent, or a legal guardian, can enroll in services whether or not a child support court order exists. If you already have a court order, Child Support Services offers neutral assistance with every part of the process, keeps records, and helps both parties stay on track. If you do not have an order, enrolling in services means your local child support agency will help you locate the other parent, establish legal paternity/parentage if required, get a court order and see that it is enforced in every state and many foreign countries. 

Our new simplified enrollment form makes it quick and easy to enroll in services.

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Enroll in Person

Please visit our Enroll in Person page for more information.

 

 

Last Review and Update: Jun 11, 2025
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