This article addresses some key enforcement tools in collecting child support or spousal support (maintenance).
- Mandatory Interest on Each Missed Payment. We explain Illinois law involving statutory interest on missed child support payments and on maintenance arrearages.
- Lien Provisions. Next, we explain the lien provisions regarding overdue child support and why Illinois law provides critical tools to enforce child support because of the lien by “operation of law” due to each missed child support payment.
- Post-Majority Enforcement. Then we address Illinois law involving collection of child support after a child turned the age of majority (age 18).
