Is it possible to be found guilty of contempt and not go to jail

Excellent answer by Jeff! I would recommend heeding his advise. In fact you should go see him.

Does my child's grandparents have legal rights?

Per usual Jeff has provided spot on advise. I would just add that if the father seeks access/custody purely because he wants his parents to have...

How would I go about changing my child's last and middle name?

You will need to have his last know address and request the court to server him via notification in the paper or inn another matter other than...

If a noncustodial parents uses marijuana regularly, what options does the custodial parent have?

If you can prove the court that he regularly uses and he is using while the child is in his care. In addition you will need to show due to the use...

I need to know how long we have to wait to fie the paper work in no fault divorce in MD. After one year or right away. thanks

You have to be living in separate residence and without sexual relationship for 12 consecutive months before you can file for a no fault divorce....

My ex husband is planning to retire at 60 and wants to discontinue alimony at that time. The terms of our voluntary separation

I agree with David and would add that a big factor related to modification of alimony is whether your ex is voluntarily improvishing himself (and...

How would someone challenge a Peace Order?

If the other person agrees to a protective order being entered (which it may fall under instead of a peace order if the two of you lived together...

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How can I stop child support from taking my work license. Can I ask for a hardship?

There is away. Must request and explain. I know you are financially strained right now but spending a little money on an attorney can save you in...

DOES THE OTHER PARTY HAVE TO BE WITH U TO FILE FOR ANNULMENT AND ALSO CAN U EVER GET REMARRIED LATER DOWN THE ROAD IN THE FUTURE

No the other party does not need to be with you when you file. However you will need to serve the other party with the papers you file with the...

Can me not having my own place hurt me in a custody battle ?

There are certain factors the Court considers when determining what custody arrangement should be ordered, which include: Primary Care Giver -...