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1. I lost my job; do I still have to pay my support?

It is important to understand two things:

1. A support order remains in effect until it is changed (modified) by the Court
2. By law, a support order cannot be retroactively modified

What does this mean to you? When you have a change in circumstances, such as the loss of your job, contact your Friend of the Court (FOC) caseworker as soon as possible. Your caseworker will be able to discuss options available for your circumstances.

2. If I qualify for unemployment, will support be taken out of my unemployment compensation?

Yes, it should be done automatically. There is a direct link between the Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency and the Michigan Child Support Enforcement System to keep support payments coming for the benefit of the minor children. If you find that your support was not taken from your Unemployment Compensation check, you are responsible for contacting the Friend of the Court office immediately to report this and making your payment on your own.