Legal Question in Family Law in New York

can you be arested for not going to a paternity hearing, when your the mother being summoned by the so called father.


Asked on 8/23/10, 5:12 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Carol Ryder Law Office of Carol Ryder PC

The order should state whether you can be arrested. As to whether they will do it, depends on the DA. However, remember that when you fail to appear at any hearing, the Court only hears from the other side. DO NOT ever miss appearances.

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Answered on 8/28/10, 6:48 pm
Joel Salinger Law Office of Joel R. Salinger

When you fail to appear for a court appearance it can be considered contempt of court which is a crime and can lead to jail for the act.

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Answered on 8/28/10, 9:46 pm


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