Louisiana DCFS initiative helps noncustodial parents regain licenses: See how to sign up

BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — Noncustodial parents in Louisiana who had their driver’s licenses suspended after failing to pay child support have a chance to get them back through a statewide initiative called “On the Road Again”.

The Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) said reduced fees will be offered until Sept. 30. The agency said those eligible can get their licenses back by:

• Paying two months of child support for each case,
• Paying $100 toward any past-due balance for each case, and
• Paying any court-ordered fees.

DCFS noted that payment amounts for arrears-only cases will be determined separately, as these payments include any fines or fees owed to the state Office of Motor Vehicles.

“This initiative gives parents a real opportunity to get back on track – not just with their license, but with their role in supporting their children,” Assistant Secretary of Family Support Sammy Guillory said. “Children benefit when both parents are engaged, and a valid license can make a big difference in helping parents meet their obligations.”

DCFS explained that Louisiana noncustodial parents could lose their driver’s, hunting, fishing, professional, or business licenses if they fall 90 days behind on child support payments.

This isn’t the first time for this promotion. According to the agency, 131 parents participated last year, leading to over $155,000 collected.

Ways parents can sign up

Click here to fill out a form online.

Other ways to get started include sending a message to your caseworker online, emailing the DCFS Child Support Enforcement staff at OnTheRoad.DCFS@la.gov, contacting the DCFS Customer Service center at LAHelpU.DCFS@la.gov or 1-888-524-3578, or visiting the nearest child support office.

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