Current Arizona law states that a parent who willfully fails to pay child support for more than six months may have their driver’s license suspended. Critics of the current law say that suspending a person’s license for failing to pay child support is counterproductive, prevents the non-paying parent from earning an income, and contributes to their inability to make the required payments. This has caused legislators to revisit the law.

Arizona legislators have introduced House Bill 2192, which addresses the concerns of the current law. The bill was approved by the house, passed the senate with a 28-0 vote, and is now ready for Gov. Ducey’s signature. Changes to the law allows the court to communicate directly with the Arizona Department of Transportation to restrict a non-payor’s license. The license may be restricted to only driving to work or school, however, it must be shown that attending either work or school will help contribute to the payment of child support. Failure to meet all requirements under the law, including establishing a payment plan with the court, could result in the suspension of the non-paying party’s driver’s license.