How can I file childsupport papers online ?
July 18, 2024
In Pennsylvania, you can file child support papers online through the Pennsylvania Child Support Program website https://www.humanservices.state.pa.us/csws/CSWS/how_to_apply.aspx. Here’s a breakdown of the process:
- Website: Access the website https://www.humanservices.state.pa.us/csws/CSWS/how_to_apply.aspx.
- Registration (if new user): If you haven’t used the system before, you’ll need to register for an account.
- Request for Support Services: Once logged in, navigate to “Apply for Child Support Services”.
- Online Petition: The system will guide you through completing an online petition for child support.
- Submission and Review: Submit the completed petition electronically. The county Domestic Relations Section (DRS) will review it.
- Contact: Someone from the Intake Department might contact you for further information.
Important Points to Remember:
- Not a Court Filing: Submitting the online petition isn’t the same as filing with the court. The DRS needs to review and accept the documents before it’s officially filed.
- County Variations: Each county DRS has its own procedures for processing electronically submitted forms. They might require additional information.
- Alternatives: If you face difficulties with the online system, you can also file papers in person at your county DRS or by mail/fax.
Here are some additional resources that you might find helpful:
- PA Child Support Contact Information: https://www.pa.gov/en/agencies/dhs/departments-offices/oim-info/child-support-contact-information.html
- How to Obtain Child Support (Centre County Example): https://centrecountypa.gov/374/Domestic-Relations