DISCRETIONARY RELEASE OF LIEN. The IV-D program (pronounced Four-D) is the technical name for government administered Child Support Enforcement Programs. 420, Sec. CONTENTS OF MOTION. 1023, Sec. Amended by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. (a-1) A lien attaches to all property owned or acquired on or after the date the lien notice or abstract of judgment is filed with the county clerk of the county in which the property is located, with the court clerk as to property or claims in litigation, or, as to property of the obligor in the possession or control of a third party, from the date the lien notice is delivered to that party. 20, Sec. Sept. 1, 2001. Try to find a babysitter or someone you trust to watch your children on your scheduled court date. For purposes of establishing priority, a renewed lien notice filed before the applicable 10th anniversary relates back to the date the original lien notice was filed. 20, Sec. The way that a party asks a court to enforce its order is through a particular type of motion, called an Order to Show Cause. If you attend the hearing, the judge can still throw you in jail for violating the order to pay the support. 1023, Sec. Evidence that the respondent has attempted to evade service of process, has previously been found guilty of contempt, or has accrued arrearages over $1,000 is sufficient to rebut the presumption. * the child is emancipated through marriage, through the removal of disabilities of minority by court order, or by other operation of law; or. 15, eff. 1, eff. 1, eff. (a) A person who possesses or has a right to property that is the subject of a notice of levy delivered to the person and who refuses to surrender the property or right to property to the claimant on demand is liable to the claimant in an amount equal to the value of the property or right to property not surrendered but that does not exceed the amount of the child support arrearages for which the notice of levy has been filed. Sec. (2) a suit for damages under Chapter 42. Sept. 1, 1999. (b) If the court determines that incarceration is a possible result of the proceedings, the court shall inform a respondent not represented by an attorney of the right to be represented by an attorney and, if the respondent is indigent, of the right to the appointment of an attorney. You can ask the conference officer how long it will take for the contempt hearing if he does not comply with the payment plan. (2) to the person who is entitled to possession or access if enforcement of possession or access is requested. (b) The voluntary relinquishment must have been for the time encompassed by the court-ordered periods during which the respondent is alleged to have interfered. 20, Sec. 1674), Sec. 1, eff. 157.329. 17, eff. 20, Sec. Most courts will not allow children in the courtroom and the court staff will not watch your children for you. 157.268. April 20, 1995. 20, Sec. Floor Coatings. 7031 Koll Center Pkwy, Pleasanton, CA 94566. 911, Sec. Sec. 20, Sec. 477, Sec. (b) The court shall order the registry to pay the funds from a forfeited bond or security deposit to the obligee or person or entity entitled to receive child support payments in an amount that does not exceed the child support arrearages or, in the case of possession of or access to a child, to the person entitled to possession or access. (a) On receipt of a child support lien notice, the county clerk shall immediately record the notice in the county judgment records as provided in Chapter 52, Property Code. 157.065. 62, Sec. 961 (S.B. (b) The court may make payment of the fee a condition of granting or continuing community supervision. If the AAG or the DRO lawyer says no to your continuance request, tell the AAG or the DRO lawyer that you want to speak directly to the judge. Sept. 1, 2001; Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. NOTICE OF LEVY SENT TO OBLIGOR. 1674), Sec. 867), Sec. April 20, 1995. (f) Subsections (b) and (c) apply to a money judgment for child support rendered on or after January 1, 2002. (b) The Title IV-D agency may not deliver a notice of levy under this section if probate proceedings relating to the obligor's estate have commenced. 911, Sec. Sept. 1, 1997; Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. They are not for sale. WELFARE OF CHILD. Amended by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. Amended by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. Sec. (2) the person may contest the levy by filing suit and requesting a court hearing in the same manner that a person may challenge a child support lien under Section 157.323. What if there is no evidence about the obligor's income? April 20, 1995. Sec. 25, eff. Yes. NO LIABILITY FOR COMPLIANCE WITH NOTICE OF LEVY. You, as the obligor, will most likely be responsible for attorneys fees. Acts 2021, 87th Leg., R.S., Ch. 8, eff. 865), Sec. Sec. Sept. 1, 1999. 30, eff. 1, eff. Added by Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. (b) A person having notice of a child support lien who violates this section may be joined as a party to a foreclosure action under this chapter and is subject to the penalties provided by this subchapter. A hearing must follow the filing of the Motion, usually thirty minutes in length. TIME LIMITATIONS; ENFORCEMENT OF POSSESSION. Sec. 228), Sec. September 1, 2011. 14, eff. The court may order a capias to be issued for the arrest of the respondent if: (1) the motion for enforcement requests contempt; (2) the respondent was personally served; and. 779), Sec. Amended by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. A renewed lien notice filed on or after the applicable 10th anniversary has priority over any other lien recorded with respect to the real property only on the basis of the date the renewed lien notice is filed. September 1, 2015. May 27, 2005. Added by Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 18, 97(a), eff. 164 (S.B. I am not the child's parent (SAPCR). (a) If the relator has by consent or acquiescence relinquished actual possession and control of the child for not less than 6 months preceding the date of the filing of the petition for the writ, the court may either compel or refuse to order return of the child. 7, eff. (a) The issue of the existence of an affirmative defense to a motion for enforcement does not arise unless evidence is admitted supporting the defense. The Command Center is operational 24 hours per day, seven days a week and is comprised of warrant specialist and the Texas Law Enforcement Telecommunications System. The fact that a case is closed has no impact on the underlying orders for support. 157.006. May. 20, eff. April 20, 1995. (c) The movant may attach to the motion a copy of a payment record. UNPAID CHILD SUPPORT AS JUDGMENT. April 20, 1995. While the Family Court uses the judicial process when issuing orders, the Child Support Enforcement Agency utilizes an administrative process. 2, eff. If you are given notice of a CSRP, call the statewide child support call center ( 1-800-252-8014) immediately and request that the CSRP be cancelled due to family violence concerns. A party makes a general appearance for all purposes in an enforcement proceeding if: (1) the party appears at the hearing or is present when the case is called; and. 595, Sec. Remember, it is best to have a consultation with a lawyer before you go to IV-D court. Many courts do issue warrants, making county jails a resting stop for parents who don't pay child support and fail to show up in court. 157.505. Sec. 1150 (S.B. These rules are intended to increase the effectiveness of the child support system for all families and provide for more . After all, the noncustodial parent is required to help the custodial parent financially support the child. Sept. 1, 1999; Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. Added by Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 228), Sec. (d) The movant is not required to plead that the underlying order is enforceable by contempt to obtain other appropriate enforcement remedies. (b) Each party whose rights may be affected by the petition is entitled to receive notice under Subchapter B. Sec. 961 (S.B. Added by Acts 2021, 87th Leg., R.S., Ch. If your notice says that your hearing is virtual, you should read Virtual Court and Child Support (IV-D) for information on appearing virtually. 97(a), eff. (b) A lien created under this subchapter has priority over any lien or conveyance of an interest in the nonexempt real property recorded after the child support lien notice is recorded in the county clerk's office in the county where the property of the obligor is located. MOTION FOR ENFORCEMENT. Sec. (5) "Lien" means a child support lien issued in this or another state. 16, eff. It also: provides services to children and families in their own homes; contracts with other agencies to provide clients with specialized services; places children in foster care; provides services to help youth in foster care make the transition to adulthood; and places children in adoptive homes. Sept. 1, 2001. 420, Sec. 228), Sec. (i) The scope of the court appointment of an attorney to represent the respondent is limited to the allegation of contempt or of violation of community supervision contained in the motion for enforcement or motion to revoke community supervision. (3) a cumulative money judgment for the amount of dental support owed under Subsection (b-2). (c) The court shall order the bond or security payable through the registry of the court: (1) to the obligee or other person or entity entitled to receive child support payments designated by the court if enforcement of child support is requested; or. (f) A financial institution may deduct the fees and costs identified in Subsection (c) from the obligor's assets before paying the appropriate amount to the claimant. I need a custody order. Sept. 1, 1997; Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. Violating a family court order occurs in situations such as parents being late to pick up children or simply not paying child support. 2, eff. Contempt can include both civil and criminal penalties that range in severity depending on the infraction. Sec. This form will list all general information about the parties' finances and the children involved in the order and provide space to list . HEARING ON MOTION TO REVOKE COMMUNITY SUPERVISION. April 20, 1995. the non-paying respondent of child support (or obligor), the court finds that you may end up in jail as the final result of the hearing, and. Child Support Hearings Unit. 157.009. CREDIT FOR PAYMENT OF DISABILITY BENEFITS. FORFEITURE NOT DEFENSE TO CONTEMPT. 1, eff. JOINDER OF FORFEITURE AND CONTEMPT PROCEEDINGS. Amended by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. Child support is a duty all parent owe to their children. September 1, 2015. (d) A lien created under this subchapter is subordinate to a vendor's lien retained in a conveyance to the obligor. Sec. (d) If the respondent claims indigency and requests the appointment of an attorney, the court shall require the respondent to file an affidavit of indigency. Amended by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. (2) is employed by an employer not subject to the jurisdiction of the court or for whom income withholding is unworkable or inappropriate. At the time and date specified on the summons and in the courtroom of the judge who will preside over the matter, the parties will appear with their attorneys. The lien release must be styled "Release of Child Support Lien.". 767 (S.B. IMMUNITY TO CIVIL PROCESS. CONDITIONS OF COMMUNITY SUPERVISION. Sept. 1, 1997; Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. June 15, 2007. The claimant shall grant the request and discharge any lien on the excess amount unless the security for the arrearages would be impaired. Sec. 4, eff. (a) A party requesting enforcement may join in the same proceeding any claim and remedy provided for in this chapter, other provisions of this title, or other rules of law. (a) The procedure for filing a motion for enforcement of a final order applies to a motion for clarification. 344, Sec. (f) A foreclosure action under this subchapter is not required as a prerequisite to levy and execution on a judicial or administrative determination of arrearages as provided by Section 157.327. The forfeiture of bond or security is not a defense in a contempt proceeding. Added by Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 3707 Cypress Creek Parkway, Suite 400. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH NOTICE OF LEVY. Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. INTEREST ENFORCED AS CHILD SUPPORT. (e) A notice of a lien for child support under this section may be in the form authorized by federal law or regulation. Establish a Child and Medical Support Order; Provide Options to Pay or Receive Support ; Enforce the Support Order; Change or End a Support Order; How to Apply for Child Support Services A child support case may be opened when the CSEA receives: An application for child support services from either parent or caretaker September 1, 2007. 20, Sec. A Child Support Program. Not for sale. (c) A court described by Subsection (a) retains jurisdiction to render a qualified domestic relations order or similar order under this subchapter until all support due under the child support order, including arrearages and interest, has been paid. APPEARANCE. Sept. 1, 1997; Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. (a) In a proceeding under this subchapter, the court may order the obligor to pay reasonable attorney's fees incurred by a party to obtain the order, all court costs, and all fees charged by a plan administrator for the qualified domestic relations order or similar order. 24, eff. Talk to a lawyer if you have questions. 1, eff. Section 669a(d)(1) and includes a depository institution, depository institution holding company as defined by 12 U.S.C. (b) After notice to the obligor, the obligor's spouse, any other person alleging an ownership interest, the claimant, and the obligee, the court shall conduct a hearing and determine the extent, if any, of the ownership interest in the property held by the obligor's spouse or other person. 3, eff. Sept. 1, 1999; Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 157.372. RETENTION OF JURISDICTION. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 2001. A lien subject to the limitation prescribed by this subsection may be renewed for subsequent 10-year periods by filing a renewed lien notice in the same manner as the original lien notice. (4) a statement that it is a cumulative judgment for the amount of child support owed. 157.313. 25, eff. Sec. Federal Rule on Child Support. (a) A money judgment rendered as provided in this subchapter or a judgment for retroactive child support rendered under Chapter 154 may be enforced by any means available for the enforcement of a judgment for debts or the collection of child support. The court has the ability to enforce its own orders. APPLICATION OF CHILD SUPPORT PAYMENT. TexasLawHelp.orgis managed by Texas Legal Services Center, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. (b) The court may not use a habeas corpus proceeding to adjudicate the right of possession of a child between two parents or between two or more nonparents. (a) An enforcement order must include: (1) in ordinary and concise language the provisions of the order for which enforcement was requested; (2) the acts or omissions that are the subject of the order; (3) the manner of the respondent's noncompliance; and. PROPERTY TO WHICH LIEN ATTACHES. Sec. Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. Sec. AFFIRMATIVE DEFENSE TO MOTION FOR ENFORCEMENT OF CHILD SUPPORT. Sept. 1, 1997; Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. April 20, 1995. This article discusses child support in Texas, including how to get or change a child support order. 62, Sec. 20, Sec. Sept. 1, 1995. JURISDICTION FOR QUALIFIED DOMESTIC RELATIONS ORDER. ); Proof of extra payments for child support (canceled checks, money order receipts, etc. The court may not provide that a clarification order is retroactive for the purpose of enforcement by contempt. 1105 (H.B. A child support court hearing can be triggered when one parent requests a child support order, or wants to change an existing order. 751, Sec. 601 NW 1ST COURT, 12th FLOOR. 911, Sec. You can review those in your leisure time (sounds like fun!) 702, Sec. 20, Sec. (d) A financial institution that receives a notice of levy under this section shall notify any other person having an ownership interest in an account in which the obligor has an ownership interest that the account has been levied on in an amount not to exceed the amount of the child support arrearages identified in the notice of levy. Do I tell the IV-D judge? 702, Sec. 847), Sec. Section 228 of Title 18, United States Code, makes it illegal for an individual to willfully fail to pay child support in certain circumstances. (2) does not appear at the designated time, place, and date to respond to the motion. (d) Repealed by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. Will I be responsible for attorneys' fees or court costs if I've been found to owe back child support in an enforcement hearing? The court may render a clarification order before a motion for contempt is made or heard, in conjunction with a motion for contempt, or after the denial of a motion for contempt. Added by Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. Sec. (a) The court may order the respondent to execute a bond or post security if the court finds that the respondent: (1) has on two or more occasions denied possession of or access to a child who is the subject of the order; or. Added by Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. Sec. For purposes of this subsection, "temporary order" includes a temporary restraining order, standing order, injunction, and any other temporary order rendered by a court. ORDER NOT RETROACTIVE. 1491, Sec. (d) If a child support lien notice is delivered to a financial institution with respect to an account of the obligor, the institution shall immediately: (1) provide the claimant with the last known address of the obligor; and. This article does not explain every legal action that can happen in IV-D Court just the most common ones. 4, eff. 1, eff. If a non-custodial parent does not pay child support, he or she is subject to enforcement measures according to Texas child support law to collect regular and past-due payments. 157.062. Your old case is reopened and a Motion for Contempt is filed. 20, Sec. Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 751, Sec. Added by Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. (e) For purposes of this section, "temporary order" includes a temporary restraining order, standing order, injunction, and any other temporary order rendered by a court. (4) a statement that it is a cumulative judgment for the amount of dental support owed. 1514), Sec. 157.112. April 20, 1995. (2) failed to make child support payments. Bring as much of the following information as possible. Free. (C) if the claimant is the Title IV-D agency, the obligor has requested an agency review under Section 157.328. 972 (S.B. Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. Acts 2021, 87th Leg., R.S., Ch. 556, Sec. 1, eff. Sec. The words parentage and enforcement will be in the titles of the documents filed. Revoking the delinquent parent's driver's and/or professional license; and/or. 1, eff. 1, eff. 157.267. FORFEITURE OF SECURITY FOR FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH ORDER. TEMPORARY ORDERS. Under Texas Family Code 154.001, parents are required to pay child support until one of the following occurs: * the child turns 18 or graduates high school whichever comes later; or. Unfortunately, some parents who are obligated to pay child support fail to make their payments on time, or even worse, stop paying altogether. What happens if you miss the enforcement hearing? How to quickly respond to a custody case when it is part of a 'Suit Affecting the Parent-Child Relationship' (SAPCR). Amended by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. Click on the Child Support Enforcement Message Center link. Sept. 1, 1997; Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. A financial institution that possesses or has a right to an obligor's assets for which a notice of levy has been delivered and that surrenders the assets or right to assets to a child support lien claimant is not liable to the obligor or any other person for the property or rights surrendered. Information about the noncustodial parent; Name, address and Social Security number; Name and address of current or recent employer Acts 2017, 85th Leg., R.S., Ch. 15, eff. Reenacted and amended by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 911, Sec. The AAG or the DRO officer are lawyers not judges. 865), Sec. Section 607(d), that the court determines appropriate. 28, eff. Sec. 53, eff. Sec. 18, eff. (c) After the hearing, the court may continue, modify, or revoke the community supervision. Sept. 1, 1997. 23, eff. Added by Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 1, eff. (b) The person denied possession or access is entitled to decide the time of the additional possession or access, subject to the provisions of Subsection (a)(1). 11, eff. (6) the amount of any ordered attorney's fees or costs, or Title IV-D service fees authorized under Section 231.103 for which the obligor is responsible. If the obligor requests to execute a bond or to post security pending a hearing by an appellate court on a writ, the bond or security on forfeiture shall be payable to the obligee. Administrative orders have the same force and effect as the orders issued by the Family [] When a non-custodial parent dies, future child support payments accelerate and become the responsibility of the deceased's estate. And the judge might do so, depending on how convincing your story is as to why you haven't paid. (2) the date on which all child support, including arrearages and interest, has been paid. Amended by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 538 (S.B. Sept. 1, 1997; Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. (c) For purposes of Section 52.0012(d), Property Code, and the requirements of the certificate of mailing prescribed by Section 52.0012(g), Property Code, the obligor is required only to send the letter and affidavit described in Section 52.0012(g) to the claimant under the child support lien at the claimant's last known address. 32, eff. 610, Sec. SUBCHAPTER D. HEARING AND ENFORCEMENT ORDER. September 1, 2007. (b) A substantive change made by a clarification order is not enforceable. 3, eff. During a child support hearing, you will need to answer questions about more serious payments (i.e., medical emergencies, extra responsibilities, caring for your other children from another person, etc.). RECORD. We can guide you through all family law matters and help ensure a bright future for you and your family. Typically it is best to secure the court order early on in the process so that child support payments can begin. I have received a citation to appear in IV-D Court. These appeals are heard separate from HFS by the Bureau of Administrative Hearings. You may ask the judge questions, but the judge cannot give you advice. This article discusses child support in Texas, including how to get or change a child support order. SUBCHAPTER J. (a) If the motion to revoke community supervision alleges a prima facie case that the respondent has violated a term or condition of community supervision, the court may order the respondent's arrest by warrant. Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. A parole violation hearing is an administrative proceeding or preliminary hearing that is often held before a judge or parole board. (2) on and after January 1, 2002, the cumulative total of arrearages and interest accumulated on those arrearages described by Subdivision (1) is subject to Subsection (a). The capias or warrant shall be forwarded to and disseminated by the Texas Crime Information Center and the National Crime Information Center. Sept. 1, 1997; Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 4, eff. September 1, 2021. April 20, 1995. When you first arrive at the courthouse, ask security where the IV-D Court is located in the building. Only the judge can do that. 157.165. Once you find the IV-D Court you are scheduled to be in, sign in with the clerk from the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) or with the clerk assigned from your countys Domestic Relations Office (DRO). PROCEDURE. For one, an individual is subject to federal prosecution if he or she willfully fails to pay child support that has been ordered by a . CAPIAS OR WARRANT; DUTY OF LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICIALS. When a case is closed it means that CSSD will no longer provide services for that case. (a) On the motion of a person or entity for whose benefit a bond has been executed or security deposited, the court may forfeit all or part of the bond or security deposit on a finding that the person who furnished the bond or security: (1) has violated the court order for possession of and access to a child; or. 157.162. What do I do when I arrive at the courthouse? (4) the cumulative arrearage as of the final date of the record. 17, eff. The judge can explain the law, but they will not give you advice or tell you what you should do. 27, eff. Sept. 1, 1997; Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. Added by Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 157.374. (b) The fee for serving a capias is the same as the fee for service of a writ in civil cases generally. Only in very limited circumstances is federal jurisdiction implicated in a child support matter. May 26, 2009. Amended by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. A visitation schedule may be included in the child support order. 157.114. NOTICE OF HEARING. SUITS AFFECTING THE PARENT-CHILD RELATIONSHIP. PROCEDURE. Added by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. What if I don't want to go before a IV-D judge alone? You can be on probation for up to 10 years. Sec. 22, eff. Do not bring children to court with you. 1023, Sec. Sept. 1, 2003. The court may dismiss child support arrears in the state of Texas either in part or in full. The judge may not let you testify until you have spoken to an attorney. (c) Except as provided by Subsection (e), the lien notice must be verified. The court retains jurisdiction to render a contempt order for failure to comply with the order of possession and access if the motion for enforcement is filed not later than the sixth month after the date: (2) on which the right of possession and access terminates under the order or by operation of law. 31, eff. According to the Family Code, law enforcement officials can treat these like an arrest warrant for a criminal offense. 1023, Sec. Amended by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 157.110. (a) A spouse of an obligor or another person having an ownership interest in property that is subject to a child support lien may file suit under Section 157.323 to determine the extent, if any, of the spouse's or other person's interest in real or personal property that is subject to: (1) a lien perfected under this subchapter; or. What does this citation mean? Added by Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. (2) notify any other person having an ownership interest in the account that the account has been frozen in an amount not to exceed the amount of the child support arrearage identified in the notice. Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 30, eff. RELEASE OF LIEN ON HOMESTEAD PROPERTY. (b) The remedies provided by this subchapter do not affect the availability of other remedies provided by law. 157.312. APPLICATION OF BOND PENDING WRIT. Added by Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. . I need to respond to a modification case. A lien against a motor vehicle under this subchapter is not perfected until the obligor's title to the vehicle has been surrendered to the court or Title IV-D agency and the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles has issued a subsequent title that discloses on its face the fact that the vehicle is subject to a child support lien under this subchapter. A child support order includes a temporary or final order for child support, medical support, or dental support and arrears and interest with respect to that order. 157.107. 20, eff. 157.321. 20, Sec. Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. a child support or medical support order or to collect support payments can apply for child support enforcement services. the non-paying respondent of child support (or obligor), the court finds that you may end up in jail as the final result of the hearing, and; you are found to be low-income, or indigent, by the IV-D judge. In addition, the act also requires a court to hold a "show cause" hearing . 20, Sec. 550), Sec. June 19, 2009. (1) identify the amount of child support arrearages owing at the time the amount of arrearages was determined or, if the amount is less, the amount of arrearages owing at the time the notice is prepared and delivered to the financial institution; and. If he does not comply, he will be brought before the Judge. What if I show up in IV-D Court at the right date and time, but I want a lawyer, and havent had time to find one? Once they do, you can meet with them to discuss the legal issue you are in court to resolve. 556, Sec. 21, eff. CLARIFYING NONSPECIFIC ORDER. September 1, 2007. Sept. 1, 2003; Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. Sec. Section 664, and, subsequently, the amount of that credit is reduced because the refund was adjusted because of an injured spouse claim by a jointly filing spouse, the tax return was amended, the return was audited by the Internal Revenue Service, or for another reason permitted by law, the court shall render a new cumulative judgment to include as arrearages an amount equal to the amount by which the credit was reduced.