text: how can i get child support back from the state that i paid in advance if i now have permanent custody? the state of texas has over $2000. that i paid in advance. i take care of my responsibilities and i always have.the mother and i just never made it. she is currently incarcerated you won't, once they have your money you'll never get it back, they know that you won't fight it in court because you probably spent your last penny fighting your ex in court