i missed my court date

hello. i am divorced. my ex-husband's attorney sent me a court order to appear in court (regarding child-support amount). well, i got the letter late, therefore, i missed the court date. i'm worried. what could happen? i definitely would have gone to court if i had known and gotten the letter in time. - Is this your question? Add additional information
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Erik Glen Swanson

Erik Glen Swanson

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First, you need to find out what happened at court (you should have looked at the order once you got there, if not, get the court file and look); if something occured which you disagree with, you have limited time to file a motion to vacate the order. Mind you, a judge will not always vacate an order just cause you dislike it, but if you have a legitimate objection to the relief granted, you may be able to get a rehearing.
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