> pursue normal collection methods designed to collect n dollars There is no such thing, at least not one that can effectively recoup any money. To a first app

> pursue normal collection methods designed to collect n dollars There is no such thing, at least not one that can effectively recoup any money. To a first approximation, unsecured debts are never collected in the US. Collectors purchase debt for pennies on the dollar because only 1-5% by value of such debts are ever paid. https://www.bitsaboutmoney.com/archive/the-waste-stream-of-consumer-finance/ https://www.bitsaboutmoney.com/archive/the-waste-stream-of-c... Turning over child support debt to the private unsecured debt collection industry means that children won’t be supported. Debt collection is an entirely different matter when the creditor has something to hold over the debtor’s head, which is what is happening here and it’s a good thing. Child support payments are determined in large part by ability to pay. The state absolutely should use the leverage at its disposal to ensure children are provided for.