The Debt Reduction Program provides eligible parents with past-due child support payments the opportunity to reduce the amount they owe to the government. The mission of the Santa Clara County Department of Child Support Services is to promote the well-being of children and the self-sufficiency of families.You will also have to fill out and serve an income and expense form (either FL-150 or FL-155). If the parents agree to a lump sum settlement for arrears owed to the family, DCS has a forgiveness of arrears form, which the parties can sign. Case opinion for CA Court of Appeal S.C., Plaintiff and Respondent, v. Santa Clara County Department of Child Support Services, Intervenor and Appellant. The year 2024 is bringing significant changes to the child support landscape in California. These updates aim to create a fairer, more efficient system. The year 2024 is bringing significant changes to the child support landscape in California. These updates aim to create a fairer, more efficient system.