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. Since its establishment in 2003, the Child Support Unit has made significant strides in combating the problem of unpaid child support through its partnership with the Friend of the Court. The division has successfully collected more than $450 million in unpaid child support, directly benefitting nearly 31,000 children statewide. This fiscal year alone, the division has recovered $28.2 million.
“I am proud of the incredible work our Child Support Unit does to make sure Michigan children are properly supported,” Nessel said. “I also want to thank the Friend of the Court and the many county prosecutors who work alongside us each day to hold accountable those who can pay child support but refuse to. Every child deserves stability and the assurance that their parents are contributing to their well-being. My office will continue to stand with Michigan’s children and ensure they receive the support they deserve.”