Q: Motion of Contempt in Indiana State
I just filed (Motion of contempt for parenting and visitation order)few days ago. How long is the response time? Im the petitioner, and the x-wifey violated the court order. Can she be punished if found at fault?
A: There is no response time. The matter will be set for a hearing if you requested a hearing date. She could be found in contempt of court and sanctioned. Exactly what the punishment will be is up to the judge.
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A: Depending on the severity of the interference, good luck getting anything more than a slap on the wrist from the judge. And be doggone sure there WAS a violation and NOT a "misunderstanding," because it's certainly possible that she hires a lawyer and that the Judge could order you to pay none, some, or all of her legal fees.
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