What if a court order endangers your children?
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What if a court order endangers your children?
I need to speak to someone about a court orderthat will put my children in danger. Is ever a good defense for contempt actions such as denying visitation when you are concerned for the welfare of your children?
Asked on January 22, 2012 under Family Law, Georgia
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Okay, I am assuming that the events that will cause danger to your child came after the order was issued, correct? Can you deny visitation if the child will be in danger? I believe that the court wouldnothold youin contempt for doing so BUT- and this is a BIG BUT - it has to be a very real danger and I would act quickly and file an emergency petition with the court showing proof and asking for a temporary stay of the order and a permanent modification of the order. Otherwise it just looks like you are interfering with parental rights. Get help. Good luck.
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