Legal Question in Family Law in Texas
nonpayment of bills ordered by divorce decree
what can i do if my ex was ordered in the divorce decree to pay bills but intentionally fails to pay them.now some of them are in collections or charge offs and i must pay them to clear my credit.is he in contempt?if he is what should i do
Asked on 5/06/03, 12:37 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Charles W. Field
Charles W. Field, Attorney at Law
Re: nonpayment of bills ordered by divorce decree
It certainly sounds like he is in contempt. You will need to file a petition in the court where the divorce was granted, asking a judge to hold him in contempt. You should consult with a local attorney since attorneys fees are usually awarded.
Answered on 5/08/03, 3:07 pm
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