Texas community resource
Judicial Writ of Withholding Motion to Stay
Office of the Attorney General of Texas Child Support Division
Court motion used to contest issuance and delivery of a judicial writ that would withhold income for child support.
How to get help
Complete the motion, explain the permitted ground, sign it before a notary, and file it with the district clerk identified on the notice within 10 days after receiving the notice. Pay any applicable filing fee and follow the case instructions for service and hearing.
Who this service helps
A person who received a Notice of Application for Judicial Writ of Withholding and asserts a permitted ground for contesting the writ, including not being the obligor or disputing the arrears stated in the notice.
Where this service is available
Service area: Noncustodial parents contesting a judicial writ of withholding in Texas child support cases statewide, including cases in the Central Texas counties.
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Cost / fees
The form states that applicable court filing fees must be paid; the amount depends on the filing court.
About this service
The official Motion to Stay form lets an alleged obligor contest a proposed judicial writ of withholding based on mistaken identity or a dispute over the existence or amount of arrears and accrued interest.
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