Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

enforcing contempt order

I sued my ex for Contempt of Court for unpaid medical bills for our son. He was ordered to start making payments April 1, 2002. He has not done so. What is my recourse? Thank you


Asked on 4/07/02, 8:42 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Scott R. Jay Law Offices of Scott R. Jay

Re: enforcing contempt order

You will need to file a new Motion for Contempt or a Motion for Order for Rule to Show Cause (why your ex should not be incarcerated for his failure to comply with a lawful court order). This is a somewhat complicated procedure and you would be well served by hiring a competent lawyer to represent your interests in this action.

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Answered on 4/07/02, 5:55 pm
Greg Snell Rice Rose & Snell

Re: enforcing contempt order

You could go back to court and ask the judge to enter an order compelling your ex to follow the court order. You would also be able to request attorney's fees related to the costs of the action.

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Answered on 4/08/02, 9:25 am


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