In recognition of Child Support Awareness Month, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is recognizing the significant achievements of the Child Support Unit of the Financial Crimes Division, which has been instrumental in identifying parents throughout the State who are capable of paying child support but deliberately refuse to do so. The division has successfully collected more than $470 million in unpaid child support, directly benefitting nearly 31,500 children statewide. This fiscal year alone, the division has recovered more than $22 million to date.

“The Child Support Unit does incredible work day in and day out to support Michigan families. When parents who are able to pay refuse to do so, it’s the children who bear the burden and are deprived of essentials they need to thrive. We remain committed to working with our partners across the state to help kids receive the support they deserve and hold those who willfully disregard their responsibilities accountable.” – AG Nessel