Services
The Prosecutor represents the State of Indiana and is not permitted to act as your personal attorney; however, the Prosecutor may be able to assist you in the establishment, enforcement, or modification of child support orders. The Prosecutor is not permitted to assist you in civil matters relating to divorce, custody, or visitation.
Who may receive services?
Any parent or person with custody of a child who needs help to establish a child support order.
Any parent or person with custody of a child who needs help to collect payments from the non-custodial parent.
Any parent or person who needs help to establish the identity of a child’s parents (paternity).
Definitions:
Custodial parent: Parent or guardian given legal custody of the child/children by the Court or by statute.
Non-custodial parent: Parent without custody who is obligated to provide support.
Paternity: The relationship between the child and the father. Establishing paternity is the process of determining the legality of the parent-child relationship.
Medical support: Medical Insurance.