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Where can I read the laws about Child Support in Washington?

Federal Law

• Title IV-D of the Social Security Act
• Code of Federal Regulations, 45 CFR 300 - 399, Office of Child Support Enforcement

State Law
Revised Code of Washington (RCW)

• Chapter 26 RCW, Domestic Relations
• Chapter 74.20 RCW, Support of Dependent Children
• Chapter 74.20A RCW, Support of Dependent Children, Alternate Method

Washington Administrative Code (WAC)

• WAC 388-14A, Division of Child Support Rules
• WAC 388-422, Child Support