Arrears Discharge Form – Michigan Child Support Relief PDF

Michigan Arrears Discharge Worksheet: Form Details

The Michigan Arrears Discharge Worksheet is a four-step administrative tool developed under DHS-681 guidelines and Michigan's IV-D Child Support Manual. It determines whether a non-custodial parent (NCP) qualifies for a full or partial forgiveness of state-owed child support arrears.

Who qualifies for arrears discharge? Eligibility depends on several factors the FOC reviews through the worksheet:

• Statute of limitations on support charges (generally 10 years in Michigan)
• NCP's current circumstances, including incarceration, total disability, or participation in a long-term homelessness program
• Grid Color Determination: a rating of the NCP's engagement and ability to pay, based on employment history, age, and prior incarcerations
• Net income, family size, and allowable medical expenses as used in the Partial Forgiveness Calculator

The final section of the form is the Partial Forgiveness Calculator. It estimates the maximum arrears amount that may be forgiven, taking into account the NCP's financial situation and household circumstances.

If you need to address child support obligations more broadly, the Agreed Motion to Terminate Child Support and the Repayment Plan Request form are closely related documents. A Financial Affidavit is often required alongside this worksheet to formally document income and household expenses.