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What can ex spouse do to collect alimony that was ordered but never paid

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My husband was order to pay alimony two years ago. He never paid his ex wife a dime. Can she take him back to court to get her money or is there a statue of limitation for her to collect

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Answered over 2 years ago. Divorce / Separation Lawyer in Wilmington, NC.
She can certainly file a motion to have him held in contempt and he could face jail time, be ordered to pay her attorney fees and the money he owes....

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