Florida § 61.1816 - Child Support Clearing Trust Fund.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 61.1816 — Child Support Clearing Trust Fund., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 61.1816. Child Support Clearing Trust Fund.
(1) The Child Support Clearing Trust Fund is hereby created, to be administered by the Department of Revenue. Funds shall be credited to the trust fund from child support payments. The purpose of the trust fund is to account for child support collections pending distribution to custodial parents and other state trust funds. (2) Notwithstanding the provisions of s. 216.301 and pursuant to s. 216.351, any balance in the trust fund at the end of any fiscal year shall remain in the trust fund and shall be available for carrying out the purposes of the trust fund.
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 61.1816
What does Florida Statutes § 61.1816 cover?
Section 61.1816 ("Child Support Clearing Trust Fund.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Florida § 61.1816?
A common citation format is "Florida Statutes § 61.1816" (Florida). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Florida law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Florida official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Florida attorney.
How does Florida § 61.1816 apply to my situation?
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