(a) In addition to the civil remedies provided by this subchapter or any other remedy provided by law, an employer who knowingly violates the provisions of this chapter may be subject to a fine not to exceed $200 for each occurrence in which the employer fails to:
(1) withhold income for child support as instructed in an order or writ issued under this chapter; or
(2) remit withheld income within the time required by § 158.203 to the payee identified in the order or writ or to the state disbursement unit.
(b) A fine recovered under this section shall be paid to the county in which the obligee resides and shall be used by the county to improve child support services.

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Terms Used In Texas Family Code 158.210

  • Writ: A formal written command, issued from the court, requiring the performance of a specific act.