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Got a notice from State of California, Department of Child Support Services? Here’s what to do.

State of California, Department of Child Support Services told the California Attorney General that people’s information was exposed. If you got a letter, work through the steps below.

Your checklist

  1. 1

    Keep the letter

    Save the notice from State of California, Department of Child Support Services and its envelope. The date you were told can matter for legal deadlines.

  2. 2

    Freeze your credit

    The filing does not list what was taken, so play it safe. A free freeze at Equifax, Experian and TransUnion stops new accounts being opened in your name.

  3. 3

    Change reused passwords

    Change any password you used with this company or reused elsewhere, and turn on two-factor sign-in.

  4. 4

    Get a free claim review

    Our legal team checks whether you can be paid for this breach. No fee unless you recover.

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About the State of California, Department of Child Support Services breach

Reported to
California Attorney General
Date filed
August 6, 2025
People notified
Not stated
Cause in filing
Not stated

The State of California, Department of Child Support Services is a government agency responsible for the administration and enforcement of child support programs. As part of its mandate, the agency collects and maintains highly sensitive personal and financial data, including Social Security numbers, income records, employment details, and banking information for parents and children involved in support cases. This data breach was officially reported to the California Attorney General in 2025. If you have received a formal data breach notification letter, it indicates that your personal information was potentially compromised during this security incident. This notice is intended to inform you of the nature of the exposure and the steps the agency is taking to address the situation and protect your identity.

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