Income Withholding Orders (IWOs)

An Income Withholding Order (IWO) is a legal document issued by a court or child support agency that directs an employer to deduct a specific amount from an individual's earnings to pay for child support or other court-ordered payments. It ensures consistent, automatic payments directly from the paycheck, reducing delays and emphasizing compliance. The IWO remains in effect until the obligation is fulfilled or legally modified, providing a streamlined method for enforcing financial support obligations.