Child support in Mississippi is a legal obligation that ensures financial support for children whose parents are divorced, separated, or unmarried. A withholding order is a legal document that allows the state to deduct child support payments from the noncustodial parent's wages or income. This process helps guarantee timely and consistent financial support for the child. The Child Support Enforcement (CSE) Division of the Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDS) is responsible for enforcing child support obligations. When the custodial parent applies for child support services, the CSE division initiates the process of establishing and enforcing child support orders. There are different types of Child Support Withholding Orders in Mississippi to ensure that child support payments are made regularly and in full. These include: 1. Income Withholding Order: This is the most common type of withholding order where child support payments are deducted directly from the noncustodial parent's wages or other income sources. The employer must deduct the specified amount and send it to the state's disbursement unit. 2. Lump-Sum Withholding Order: If the noncustodial parent is due to receive a large sum of money, such as a tax refund or an inheritance, a lump-sum withholding order can be issued to collect past due child support payments or arrears. 3. Financial Institution Data Match: This type of order allows the state to intercept funds from the noncustodial parent's bank account(s) to satisfy the child support obligation. The financial institution is required to release the funds to the state upon receipt of the order. 4. Unemployment Compensation Withholding Order: When a noncustodial parent receives unemployment compensation benefits, an order can be issued to withhold a portion of those benefits to cover their child support obligation. 5. Federal Employee Payroll Garnishment: If the noncustodial parent is a federal employee, their child support can be withheld directly from their paycheck through an administrative process that involves their federal employing agency. It is important to note that child support withholding orders are enforceable by law, and penalties may apply for non-compliance. These orders ensure that both parents fulfill their financial responsibilities towards their child, promoting the child's well-being and stability.