Legal Question in Family Law in Florida
recently a judge granted my wife a divorce and ordered me to return some items to her that are mine. What happends if I dont return the items?
Asked on 7/16/13, 8:33 am
3 Answers from Attorneys
John Smitten
Carey and Leisure
Potentially you could be in contempt of court. An area where you do not want to be.
Answered on 7/16/13, 8:41 am
Gregory Buckley
Gregory T. Buckley, Attorney at Law
When you say the items are yours, do you mean that they were your non-marital property that the judge awarded to her?
If you refuse to comply with the Final Judgment, your ex-wife will most likely file a Motion for Contempt and Enforcement. You would probably end up giving her the items anyway, as well as potentially being liable for her attorneys fees and costs.
Answered on 7/16/13, 8:45 am
Natalie Hall
The Law Office of Natalie D. Hall, P.A.
You may be held in contempt and be ordered to pay fines and/or fees incurred for her having to pursue the matter.
Answered on 7/16/13, 8:50 am
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