Legal Question in Family Law in Maryland

Re: child support incarceration

Contempt is a murky area in Maryland law. Generally the outcome determines the classification and this is at judicial discretion. A civil or criminal contempt order may issue.

The order will be for the judge to fashion and you may suggest a remedy but this may be improper given the circumstance (as well as potentially disadvantageous.) The particular judge and the details of your case are the main issues.

Your demeanor and ability to articulate the matters in a non-confrontational yet firm and positive manner are equally important.

Most important is basing your argument in law. It is in this regard that you, as a pro se litigant, are at a disadvantage.

You should speak with an attorney for specific advice on how to approach contempt and other matters that may be before the bench.

Other alternatives may be available to you with regard to non-payment of support. There may be other aspects of your case that may be more important. Consider your situation carefully.

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Re: child support incarceration

You really need to retain an attorney, who would be able to review what is apparently a long history of this case in the courts. Deciding "how long" the non-custodial parent should be incarcerated, without reviewing all the facts, is imprudent.

However, the bottom line is that an incarcerated person will be unable or less able to generate income to pay the arrearage on the child support. Understandably, it might make you feel better emotionally, and perhaps at this point there is nothing else the court can do to force "ncp" to pay up. I hope it works out for you.

I strongly recommend that you consult with an attorney immediately so that you can explore your legal rights, obligations, and options. If you wish to discuss retaining my services, contact me at:

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[Disclaimer: The above comments are not intended as nor should they be relied upon as "legal advice", which can only be obtained by personal consultation with a retained attorney; at which time the specific facts and circumstances of your case can be thoroughly evaluated. This reply is provided for general informational and educational purposes only, and does not create an attorney-client relationship with the responding attorney.]