"The Division of Child Support Services establishes and enforces orders for child support" out of this office on Rowland Way, just across the street from the city of Novato administrative offices. The child support department moved to Novato in April 2009 and into a building owned by Barker Pacific Group.
The child support division's mission statement reads: "Children deserve the security of having their needs met. Parents are responsible for providing financial, medical and emotional support for their children.To achieve these goals, we establish and enforce child support orders, treating all parties with respect, and serve the community through outreach and education."
The best way to get help with child support services is to fill out an application on the website. The contact phone number is a general number for the state's child support office, and callers can be connected to the Marin office by stating the word "Marin" when prompted.
The office also serves as headquarters for the Enhanced Court Collections Division that tracks down money from delinquent traffic fines and other fees on behalf of Marin Superior Court.