§ 580-103 State tribunal and state support enforcement agencies

This rule explains who handles child support and spousal support cases in New York, especially when another state or country is involved. The Family Court is officially recognized as New York's court for these kinds of support matters. This matters when support orders need to be sent to or recognized by other states, since it tells everyone which court has authority in New York.

The rule also names the agencies responsible for enforcing support orders. In New York, this job belongs to the Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance and local social services districts. These agencies help track down parents who owe support, collect payments, and work with agencies in other states when a support case crosses state lines.

If you're dealing with a child support case that involves someone living in another state, this rule tells you which New York agency and court are in charge of your case here. It sets up the basic structure so support orders can be enforced no matter where the parents live.