MOUNT CLEMENS, MI - Macomb County Prosecutor Peter J. Lucido announced that 37-year-old Khabir Sims, of Detroit, was arraigned on a charge of failing to pay child support after finding that he had the ability to pay and all efforts to work with him on payment options were exhausted.
On February 8, 2010, Macomb County Circuit Court Judge Mary A. Chrzanowski ordered Sims to pay child support. Sims allegedly failed to comply with the court’s order and accrued a child support arrearage of $13,070.89. It is further alleged that the last payment made was in November 2025. There have been six show cause hearings, and four prior bench warrants issued to obtain compliance.
After determining that Sims has the ability to pay, and with no enforcement options remaining or being effective, the Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office charged Sims with the following:
- Failure to Pay Child Support, a felony, which carries a potential penalty of up to four years in prison
- Habitual Offender – Third Offense Notice, an aggravating sentencing factor.
On Tuesday, May 26, 2026, Sims was arraigned before Magistrate Ryan Zemke in the 41-B District Court in Clinton Township, MI. Magistrate Zemke set Sims’ bond at $3,267.00, cash only.
Sims is scheduled for a Probable Cause Conference before Judge Sebastian Lucido at the 41-B District Court on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at 8:30 a.m.
"Every child deserves the financial support and stability necessary to grow, thrive, and reach their full potential. When a parent fails to meet their legal obligation to provide for their child, it can create significant hardships for families and undermine a child's well-being. Child support is not optional—it is a responsibility established to ensure children have access to the resources they need. Our office will continue to hold accountable those who refuse to fulfill that obligation and will use every available legal tool to protect the interests of children and families in our community," said Peter J. Lucido.
Prosecutor Lucido proposed the creation of a Child Support Specialty Court, a pilot program aimed at helping parents behind on child support payments find work, pay arrears and avoid felony convictions. “Our goal is simple: get children the support they’re owed while addressing the barriers that keep parents from paying,” Lucido said. The pilot court has launched and is already working with some individuals as they seek acceptance into the program.
Under Lucido’s direction, the office has focused on securing compliance rather than simply filing charges. The Family Division of the Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office oversees felony nonsupport cases where arrears exceed $5,000, payments have not been made for three consecutive months, and there is evidence that the noncustodial parent has the financial means to pay. Since 2022, the division successfully collected over $5 million for children from delinquent parents.
For assistance with starting a child support case, contact the Office of Child Support at (866) 540-0008.
For cases involving arrears of $5,000 or more, reach out to the Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office Family Division at (586) 493-4488. Please note: the Prosecutor’s Office can only speak directly with the person who owes or is owed child support.
The Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office represents the People. We are committed to achieving justice and following the laws of the State of Michigan. All that are accused of a crime are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
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Macomb County Prosecutor's Office
Contact: Esther E. Wolfe, Communications Director
Office: 586-469-5737
Cell: 586-842-4421
Email: esther.wolfe@macombgov.org
