DE HB267

Requires that commitment to the Department of Correction for child support violations can only occur if the defendant had actual clear notice of the order and the ability to pay but willfully failed to comply, and must provide opportunity for reasonable compliance to avoid or be released from commitment.

Modifies bond and collateral security requirements for self-employed obligors or those with impractical income attachment, with cancellation timelines of immediate (first violation), 12 months (second violation), and 24 months (third violation) after full payment of past-due and current support.

Expands license suspension authority to apply when obligor owes $1,000 or more in arrears or retroactive support and is 30+ days delinquent, provided the failure to pay is willful and not due to inability to pay.

Authorizes the Court to remove license restrictions in pending child support proceedings when removal is in the best interests of the child and the parties regarding the obligor's ability to meet parental obligations.

Requires uniform and equitable application standards for the license suspension program to be established by the Court in consultation with the Division of Child Support Services.