What can I do???! How can I respond??! Received an erroneous Motion to show cause/ order of contempt.

You have the right to court appointed counsel as possible jail time is a consequence. You should have an advisement hearing where one will be...

Not sure if I am legally divorced?

Unfortunately, there is no central database for divorces. If you believe the divorce occurred in North Carolina, the best you can do is contact the...

Does a judge always ask/consider which parent the child(ren) want to live with? And if not what determines whether they do ask?

The judge most likely will not speak to the children. They would have to be called as witnesses and if the parties don’t agree for the judge to...

What do I put for the county if both parents are incarcerated

The county where the child is residing should suffice. The parents can agree to the county or fight it if they choose.

Will Junes child support be prorated?

Child support is not pro-rated for the last month it is due. Cild support runs typically until the child turns 18 or completes high school....

What is the process for filing a judgment against ex-husband for back child support?

Unfortunately, the children’s mother can no longer file for back child support. Without an order, courts are only allowed to go back three years....

Call the sheriff and ask if your spouse has been served yet. Most departments attempt service at the address provided within a few days. But they...

Divorce Filing Clarification for NC ?

As long as you have been a resident of NC for 6 months prior to filing for the divorce you can file for a divorce in NC as long as you have been...

I need to get custody now of my son my wife has moved some guy I don't even know in my home and my son is not safe

You can file for custody and a judge will determine a custodial schedule that is in your child's best interests. This is anything under the sun...

Do you have to wait a year to get a divorce if there is domestic violence ?

Unfortunately, in North Carolina there are no exceptions for the one-year requirement.