Onondaga County Support Collection is a government agency operating under the Onondaga County Division of Child Support Services in New York State. Specializing in child support enforcement, the agency plays a vital role in ensuring the financial well-being of children by helping custodial parents establish and collect court-ordered child support. As part of a broader state and federal support system, it serves both custodial and noncustodial parents with services such as locating absent parents, establishing paternity, and modifying existing child support orders.

This office is committed to upholding family stability and child welfare through legally mandated financial support. In addition to core enforcement services, it provides automated payment tracking and direct deposit options for increased efficiency and transparency. Onondaga County Support Collection also conducts outreach and education to help parents understand their responsibilities and rights under child support laws. Its strong collaboration with the Family Court, legal counsel, and social service agencies ensures a coordinated approach to family support. As a government entity, it offers its services regardless of income level and supports New York State’s broader goals of child advocacy and economic resilience.

Key Services:

– Establishment of paternity and child support orders
– Enforcement of court-ordered child support
– Modification of existing support orders
– Location services for noncustodial parents
– Collection and distribution of child support payments
– Income withholding and tax refund interception
– Direct deposit and online payment tracking
– Collaboration with Family Court and legal entities
– Support for both custodial and noncustodial parents
– Bilingual services and public education initiatives