The choice of savings or checking shouldn't make a difference in my experience, as long as you entered the correct account number.
It is my understanding as well that you will get a check if you had a third party bank involved with your refund because you had TurboTax fees deducted from your refund or a refund advance.
Child support will normally result in a garnishment.
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