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Designation Form For Court Costs

FAQ – DESIGNATION

1. What is designation?

Designation is a federal requirement that a non-custodial parent (NCP)

specifies that a portion of his/her payment is to satisfy court fees. This can

be accomplished by the non-custodial parent signing a form (SCCA 429)

stating that a court fee should be taken out of each payment made. Without

designation, collections received are presumed to be child support and fees

cannot be deducted until monthly current support and arrearage obligations

are satisfied.

2. When does it go into effect?

Designation will go into effect upon implementation of the statewide Child

Support Enforcement System (CSES).

3. Does the NCP have to sign a separate form each time a payment is made?

No, the NCP only has to sign a designation form one time for each of his/her

cases.

4. Does the NCP have to sign a separate form for each child support case?

Yes, the NCP must sign a separate designation form for each of his/her child

support cases.

5. What happens if the NCP refuses to sign the form?

Refusal to sign the form will be documented on the current child support system. If

all ordered child support and court fees are not paid as ordered a Rule to Show

Cause will be issued.

SCCA 429 (12/2009)

Designation Form For Court Costs