License Suspension For Child Support

Summary

In Florida, your driver’s license can be suspended for unpaid child support, even if the case is closed and the balance is reported to credit agencies. To reinstate your license, contact the Florida Department of Revenue (Child Support Program) to discuss payment options, set up a payment plan, and obtain a clearance. For passport issues, unpaid child support can lead to denial, but you can pay the balance, arrange a payment plan, or seek an exception for urgent travel needs. Contact the Florida Department of Revenue for assistance.

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Norman
Hi Norman! How can I assist you with your legal issue today?
My license is suspended in Florida for a closed child support case that still had a balance, but the balance was reported to the credit agencies. Can they still suspend my license?
Hi Norman! Based on your situation, here’s some general information:
- In Florida, your driver’s license can be suspended for failure to pay child support, even if the case is closed and the balance is reported to credit agencies.
- To restore your license, you may need to pay the balance or set up a payment plan.
Would you like information on how to proceed with reinstating your license?
Yes.
To reinstate your suspended license in Florida due to child support issues, follow these steps:
- **Contact the Florida Department of Revenue (Child Support Program)** to discuss payment options.
- **Set up a payment plan** or pay the outstanding balance.
- **Obtain a clearance** from the Child Support Program.
- **Visit the local DMV** to reinstate your license.

Florida Department of Revenue (Child Support Program)


Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.floridarevenue.com

Would you like more details on the process or assistance with something else?
If my child support has a balance, but I still need my passport, is there a way for me to still pick up my passport?
In Florida, unpaid child support can lead to passport denial. However, there are a few options to consider:
- **Pay the balance**: Settle the outstanding child support amount.
- **Arrange a payment plan**: Contact the Florida Department of Revenue to set up a payment plan.
- **Seek an exception**: In some cases, exceptions may be granted for urgent travel needs.
Would you like details on how to arrange a payment plan or information on seeking an exception?
Yes
To arrange a payment plan or seek an exception for passport denial due to unpaid child support, consider the following:
- **Contact the Florida Department of Revenue (Child Support Program)** to discuss setting up a payment plan.
- **Request an exception** for urgent travel needs if applicable.

Florida Department of Revenue (Child Support Program)


Phone: (*) *-*
Website: [www.floridarevenue.com](http://www.floridarevenue.com)

Would you like detailed steps on requesting an exception, or is there another issue you need help with?