The Division of Child Support is here to serve the needs of you and your family.  Please use the links below to explore the programs and services we provide.  

  • Paternity Establishment - Paternity establishment is the legal determination of fatherhood.  This is the first step to establishing a child and medical support order. 
  • Support Establishment - If you do not have a child support order established, we can help.
  • Modifications - Changes to your support order may be necessary if there is a change in circumstances.
  • Tax Offset - Learn about the federal tax offset process and state offset criteria.
  • Medical Support - Establish a medical support order.  Medical support includes private health insurance and cash medical support.
  • Interstate Action - The process of utilizing the assistance of another state's child support agency.
  • Important Terms - Reference this glossary for important terms used when establishing child support.
  • Parenting Time Order Program - Assistance with legal services for establishing or enforcing parenting time.
  • Payment Information & Distribution Information - Information about how, where, and when to make child support payments.
  • Stark County Fatherhood Coalition - Connect with the coalition to participate in upcoming activities and events for fathers and their children.