Ohio Post Decress Motion for Contemp and Affidavit in Support
About this form
The Post Decree Motion for Contempt and Affidavit in Support is a legal document used to request a court order compelling an individual to comply with the terms of a previous court order, such as child support or custody arrangements. Unlike similar forms, this document includes an affidavit to support the claims made in the motion and a notice of hearing, ensuring transparency and proper notification to all parties involved.
Main sections of this form
- Motion requesting a court order for contempt.
- Details on the specific violations of the court order (e.g., payment failures or interference with parenting time).
- Affidavit section to affirm the truthfulness of the claims made.
- Notice of hearing information specifying the time and location of the court hearing.
- Provisions for attorney fees and other relief requests.
When to use this document
This form is typically used in situations where one party has failed to adhere to a court order related to family law matters. Common scenarios include non-payment of child or spousal support, refusal to allow court-ordered parenting time, or failure to transfer property as mandated by the court.
Who should use this form
- Individuals seeking enforcement of a court order in family law cases.
- Parents who are owed child support or have been denied parenting time.
- Spouses seeking compliance with alimony or property agreements.
- Any party needing to address violations of a court order.
Instructions for completing this form
- Identify the parties involved by entering the names and addresses of the plaintiff and defendant.
- Specify the nature of the contempt by checking the appropriate boxes and providing details.
- Enter the date of the original court order and the total amount owed if applicable.
- Complete the affidavit section, ensuring you only sign in front of a notary public.
- Fill out the notice of hearing section with the date and time of the scheduled hearing.
Notarization requirements for this form
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Common mistakes to avoid
- Failing to provide sufficient details about the contemptuous actions.
- Not signing the affidavit in the presence of a notary.
- Neglecting to include all required documentation for attendance at the hearing.
- Leaving sections of the form blank or incomplete.
Advantages of online completion
- Convenient access to the form at any time, allowing for quick completion.
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The court notifies the person summoned of the possible penalties and the right to an attorney. At the hearing, both parties will appear to present their arguments, and the judge will make a decision and issue an order based on these arguments.
If you willfully avoid paying court ordered child support, you can be prosecuted as a felon for criminal nonsupport under the Ohio Revised Code. If convicted, you can be sentences to prison for up to 18 months for each child you did not support. Your will still owe when released.
When the unpaid child support reaches an excess of $5,000, it is considered ?criminal nonsupport,? and special prosecutors seek a felony conviction. This is also the case if 26 payments are missed out of a running total of 104.
You must file the motion with the Clerk of Court located in Room 35, on the ground floor of the Cuyahoga County Courthouse, 1 W. Lakeside Ave., Cleveland, Ohio 44113. You will be required to pay a ?filing fee? to the Clerk of Court at the time you file the motion.
First offense ? a fine of not more than $250.00 and/or a definite term of imprisonment of not more than thirty days in jail or both. b. Second offense ? a fine of not more than $500.00 and/or a definite term of imprisonment of not more than sixty days in jail or both.
Support contempt is a civil action, but is unlike other debt collection matters, because it carries with it a potential jail sentence. If a parent is held in contempt, he or she may receive jail time, which typically lasts between 30 to 90 days.
Being found in contempt can result in fines, sanctions, and even jail time. Court orders may also order a person not to do something. This could be a parent being ordered not to disparage the other parent in front of their child.
