What will happen to someone if they keep violating a court order?

If a court finds a parent in contempt of a custody/visitation order, the judge may punish with a fine or imprisonment, or the judge can just find...

If the child's life or limb is at risk, contact CPS. Otherwise, speak with a family law attorney who can advise you after considering the...

This is the language of the statute that is in child support orders: support will continue to be paid for any child over the age of 18 who is (i) a...

QDRO Question

If the QDRO has been entered with the court and the funds transferred to the ex, then that retirement passes to her heirs/beneficiaries. If the...

A party can request attorneys fees and court costs. The juvenile court has authority to under § 16.1-278.19 to award attorneys fees and costs as...

30-Day Notice (Rather than 60 or 90 day) to Vacate If PPO Resulting from Domestic Violence?

Spouse against spouse is family abuse and is included in the definition. The Code also specifies you must be granted a protective order, not just...

Can you file for an immediate/emergency reduction in child support?

If DCSE is enforcing a court order, file to modify in the juvenile court. The court can only make a modification of child support retroactive to...

What can I do my stepmother changed locks and I can not get my belongings how do I get my belongings

Contact local counsel. If you dad is married to the step mother and that is the marital home, there are rights associated with possession of that...

How can I stop my daughter from going to foster care or a girls home.

Custody is determined based on the best interests of the child. The court will consider why your daughter is presently in the custody of a cousin...

Will I be held in contempt if I don't allow the NCP to stay with me during his visitation time?

Unless you agree or the court orders you to allow him to stay (which I cannot imagine would be the case), you do not have to allow him to stay with...