How does one enforce a divorce degree from another state for an ex-spouse for 18 years of non-payment?
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How does one enforce a divorce degree from another state for an ex-spouse for 18 years of non-payment?
I cannot afford to travel 3,000 miles to enforce in the state the decree was issued and the state in.which he lives.
Asked on February 4, 2016 under Family Law, Florida
Answers:
S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 8 years ago | Contributor
You can file an Order to Show Cause for a hearing to have your ex held in contempt of court. In addition to the Order to Show Cause, you should also file a declaration signed under penalty of perjury stating the facts in support of contempt of court against your ex. With the Order to Show Cause, you will need to schedule a date for the hearing with the court clerk.
You can file these documents by mail and you can request a hearing by telephone so that you don't have to be physically present at the hearing. Check with the court clerk regarding the documents you need to file for contempt of court as they may vary from state to state. Also, check with the court clerk regarding the procedure and deadline for filing a request for a telephonic hearing. If you miss the deadline for filing your request for a telephonic hearing, the court will deny your request. One issue that you should be prepared to answer at the hearing is why you waited 18 years to file for contempt of court against your ex.
Copies of the documents you file with the court must be served by mail on your ex so that your ex has notice of the hearing.
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