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Child Support Act 1991

Enforcement provisions - Provisions as to enforcement of financial support liability

191: Evidence of default

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“How the government proves someone hasn't paid their child support”

When someone owes money for child support, the Commissioner can make a special document called a ‘certificate of arrears’. This document shows how much money is owed and unpaid. If the Commissioner signs this certificate, it is considered good evidence of the amount owed, unless someone can prove it’s wrong. This certificate can be used in certain legal situations mentioned in sections 190, 194, and 196 of the law. The certificate will show the amount owed on a specific date.

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Part 11 Enforcement provisions
Provisions as to enforcement of financial support liability

191Evidence of default

  1. For the purpose of sections 190, 194, and 196, a certificate of arrears signed by the Commissioner specifying the amount of any money in arrear and unpaid under this Act shall until the contrary is proved be sufficient evidence of the amount so in arrear and unpaid as at the date specified in the certificate.

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