2006 Louisiana Laws - RS 46:236.1.9 — Family and child support programs; duties; courts; agencies; party status
§236.1.9. Family and child support programs; duties; courts; agencies; party status
A. The agencies, courts, and persons in Louisiana carrying out provisions of this Subpart and of Title IV-D of the Social Security Act and related portions of Title IV-A of such Act shall have the affirmative responsibility to act in the best interest of the individual on whose behalf action is taken.
B. Any court that collects and distributes child support pursuant to state laws and regulations shall forward that portion of the collections due to the Department of Social Services within ten days of receipt.
C. The department shall be an indispensable party to any proceeding involving a support obligation or arrearages owed under this Subpart.
Acts 2003, No. 1068, §2, eff. July 2, 2003.
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