How does taking a mans drivers license make him more likely to pay child support

I hear your frustration. However I do believe that like other rules that we find stupid are created because of abuse or desperate measures to correct a problem. And though for most situations the good has to suffer with the bad because there is a "one size fits all" approach taken. These type measures are in place now because there are so many parents (not just men) that have for whatever reason made the child support lowest on the list for obligations. I do know that in my state,which is GA, those same type measures are taken but only for those who have shown gross neglect for curing the debt. And believe it or not it is more important for some people to drive than to support their kids. Normally parents end up in this system because they missed the opportunity to volunteer to support their kids. And regardless of how the children live and what there current situation is, we still have an obligation to pay our fair share. And unforunately most "want" to pay it when other freedoms are taken or punishment is enforced. They normally don't resort to these drastic measures because he missed a single payment. Its normally after there has been evidence of a pattern of not paying. I mean we can come up with a 1001 excuses why we don't pay, so the state or federal departments have to step in. Either they take care of them or we as taxpayers are forced to. Why should this be treated any different, if you don't pay your mortgage or rent there are consequences. If you don't pay your car note, there are consequences. If you don't show up to work, you loose your job. If you committ certain crimes you loose the right to vote. If you owe taxes, you don't get a refund. He didn't support his kids, so now you have to support him. Its classic cause and effect. As harsh as it may sound the only personal thing is that you have to suffer as a result of choices that your son has made, or decisions that you have nothing to do with. You mention that men that don't pay their child support are treated like criminals and thats because they are, they have broken the law that says they have a obligation to take care of their kids.

Wow - although not at all surprised at it, I hadn't heard about them taking the DL away. Like you said, how stupid. PUt a tracer on his social security number to follow it for employment to garnish wages or something like that but for pete's sake, take away the tool he uses to make the money - stupid just doesn't cover it! SOunds like something California would do!

You know what, I've never understood that concept either. Daddy's not paying, so lets take away his license. Now he can't get to work so he gets further in debt. And what about those who don't drive. My children's father doesn't know how to drive, and they sent him a letter stating they have taken away his license. WTF? For one, he never had a license to begin with, and he has no desire of learning how to drive, so how does this punish him?

hi cricket1 y es I agree it makes no sense to take a mans driving license away from him when he needs a car to get to work,if a guy is really trying to pay it as your son is' with your help, i would think the law should help him out instead of hindering him. i am so glad his kids are doing welland and that they think the world of him.. How is the ex wife doing financially, could she work and help ease the burdens' a bit.