Legal Question in Family Law in Georgia

Child Custody

My husband has joint legal custody with the wife having sole physical custody. My husband asked her questions regarding the children's school as a dead bird was found on the playground and his x became defensive and told him not to ask her any questions regarding the decisions she makes for the boys, she has not/will not provide a copy of the 4 year olds school progress report, won't provide any doctor information as she has taken the children to the doctor and has disallowed the children to discontinue telephoning him. Their divorce was finalized 10/15/01 and we have been told he can't file for modification for at least 2 years. Is this true? Can we file Contempt of Court with a modification request to the original divorce?


Asked on 9/30/02, 3:24 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Charles W. Field Charles W. Field, Attorney at Law

Re: Child Custody

You MIGHT be able to file for a modification even though you are within the two-year period. You can definitely file a contempt action. Consult with a local attorney.

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Answered on 9/30/02, 4:40 pm
Pearlie Bush

Re: Child Custody

You can file a modification action. However, following the filing of this action, you can't file another one for two years. You should consider filing a contempt action to force her comply with the original decree. Feel free to email any further questions.

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Answered on 10/01/02, 6:59 am


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