Legal Question in Family Law in Massachusetts

What is the maximun time a CIVIL judge can hold someone prison for on "Contempt" in Massachusetts?

I can give more details on the case if it is required.


Asked on 4/15/11, 2:12 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Christopher Vaughn-Martel Charles River Law Partners, LLC

There is no maximum time.

Typically a person may be held until they comply with whatever court order they violated.

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Answered on 4/16/11, 6:22 am


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