Good morning,

I'm sorry to hear of your dilemma.

If they made an error and didn't take enough out, then you have two choices. You can write a check for the amount that is owed, or they will have the legal right to garnish your tax refund.

I understand that their method of operation is harsh, and that they should cut you some slack because the error was theirs. However, the law allows them to demand the full amount immediately. They are not legally obligated to make payment arrangements, and federal law allows them to garnish your tax return to get payment----all of this regardless of the fact that you remain active in your child's life and that you have paid every dime that they have asked for before the error came to light.

If they are going to rescind the tax garnishment---that is great. And, you have a great explanation for the wage garnishment if you are asked by your employer. The error was hardly your fault.

Given the relatively small amount of error, you might consider borrowing the money from a friend or relative, or taking a cash advance on a credit card so that you can pay the support unit the $447.00, and avoid the necessity of having a garnishment order served on your employer for this error.

I wish you the best in 2012.

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