Child Support Motion For Contempt In Pennsylvania
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In Pennsylvania, child support obligations normally last until the child turns 18 years old or graduates from high school, whichever comes later; however, child support can continue past the age of 18 and graduation if the child has certain physical or mental conditions that require continued support.
The receiving parent can enforce the child support order by filing a petition for contempt with the Domestic Relations office. Sometimes the Domestic Relations office will initial contempt proceedings if they are aware that the obligor is not complying with the Order.
When facing contempt, the consequences can range from fines to jail time. However, in some cases, you might be able to bond out, meaning you can leave jail if you meet certain conditions. Key factors: type of contempt, judge's decision, and state laws.
Penalties for contempt can include fines, wage garnishment, suspension of driver's or professional licenses, interception of tax refunds, and even jail time. The court will decide the penalty based on the circumstances of your case and the severity of the violation.
Go to the clerk's office at the court that made the orders. Give the clerk your completed Motion for Contempt and Appearance forms. The clerk will write a hearing date and time on the motion, sign it, and give it back to you. The hearing date is when you and the other person must go to court.
What Is Contempt of Court? Contempt of court is an act of disrespect or disobedience toward a court or interference with its orderly process. Examples include disrupting court proceedings, interfering with attempts to obtain evidence, destroying evidence, disobeying a court order, and intimidating witnesses.
Some tools discussed for responding to contempt of court charges include questioning whether the contempt is civil or criminal, demanding to know the alleged crime and injured party if criminal contempt is claimed, and demanding to see any contract if civil contempt is claimed.
