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How does the Office of the Attorney General work with licensing agencies?

Mar 08, 2017 · JURISDICTION FOR INVESTIGATION OF ALLEGATIONS OF MISCONDUCT BY DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE EMPLOYEES Order No. 1931-94. By virtue of the authority vested in me as Attorney General, including 28 U.S.C. §§ 509, 510 and the Inspector General Act of l978, as amended, I hereby direct that the following procedures be followed in the investigation of …

What is an attorneys general and what do they do?

The Office of the Attorney General Enforces the Order. When child support payments aren't made, the Office of the Attorney General can take many actions to enforce the court order. These can include court action, license suspension, credit reporting, passport denial and more.

What does the Indiana Attorney General's Office do?

Attorneys general are the top legal officers of their state or territory. They advise and represent their legislature and state agencies and act as the “People’s Lawyer” for the citizens. Most are elected, though a few are appointed by the governor. Select your state to connect to your state attorney general's website.

Is the Office of the Attorney General closed for Thanksgiving 2021?

2021 Legislative Session Open Government Update. Governmental Bodies. How to Request an Attorney General Opinion. Members of the Public. Open Meetings Act Suspension Updates. Open Records Complaint. Open Reports and Publications. Job Listings.

How many licensing agencies does OAG have?

The OAG works with over 60 licensing agencies and can request that these agencies suspend your drivers, professional and hunting and fishing licenses, if you fail to pay your child support.

What can the Attorney General do to enforce child support?

The Office of the Attorney General Enforces the Order. When child support payments aren't made, the Office of the Attorney General can take many actions to enforce the court order. These can include court action, license suspension, credit reporting, passport denial and more.

What is the difference between civil and criminal contempt?

In civil contempt cases, the court will assess a specific number of days and/or a fine for each missed payment. The sentence must be served even if full payment is made. In criminal contempt cases, an obligor is sentenced to jail until he/she complies with the court order.

Who reports child support?

Credit Bureau Reporting. The Office of the Attorney General is required by law to report the amount of child support owed and the amount paid to the credit reporting agencies.

Can an OAG file a lien on a bank account?

Liens. The OAG can file a lien on properties, bank accounts, retirement plans, life insurance plans, personal injury claims, insurance settlements or awards and other assets if a noncustodial parent fails to pay their child support.

What happens if you stop paying child support?

If you stop making payments, the amount you owe will continue to grow. Unpaid child support has a 6% interest rate, which means you'll owe more money if you stop or pay less of your payment amount. However, it is always better to pay something, rather than nothing.

Can you change your child support amount?

You're always welcome to change the way you make your child support payments, but the court-ordered amount can change only through a court order. Even if you are having trouble making your full payment, it is important to pay as much as you can toward your obligation every month.

HEROES for MILITARY CHILDREN

Military and veteran families have unique needs when it comes to paternity establishment and child support. The HEROES program is here to help.

Family Violence

If you are a victim or survivor of family violence, we have information to help you pursue child support safely.

Incarcerated Parents

Help is available for parents and family members supporting children during and after a parent's incarceration.

What is court ordered paternity?

Court-Ordered Pater­ni­ty. Sometimes, in order to establish paternity, the court will order an alleged father to take a paternity test.

What is an acknowledgement of paternity?

Acknowledgement of Paternity. If there is no question about the identity of the child’s biological father, parents can complete an Acknowledgement of Paternity ( AOP) .

How does paternity test work?

A paternity test is simple - the parents and child (ren) have their cheeks swabbed either in court, at a local clinic, or at a local Child Support office. DNA tests can determine the biological father with 99% accuracy.

What happens when a mother and father disagree about paternity?

When the mother and father disagree about paternity or just want to make sure of the biological father, the Office of the Attorney General may file a petition asking that the court establish an alleged father as the biological father. In this case, the court will often order the alleged father take a paternity test.

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Parents Bill of Rights

Attorney General Rokita has released a Parents Bill of Rights, providing a roadmap for Hoosier parents and caregivers to exercise their legal right to have a voice in their children’s education. Learn more here.