Jacksonville, FL asked in Divorce for Florida

Q: Husband is not willing to take the 4 hrs parenting first class required by Florida. Does he have to complete the class?

Can I only complete the 4 hr parenting class in order to finalize the divorce?

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Rand Scott Lieber
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  • Hollywood, FL
  • Licensed in Florida

A: That is between him and the judge. It should not prevent you from getting divorced.

Mr Eric Klein
Mr Eric Klein
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  • Boca Raton, FL
  • Licensed in Florida

A: Once you complete the class, file a Motion to Compel Husband to Take Parenting Class AND notice the motion for a hearing by calling the judicial assistant. At the hearing, you should be able to obtain a court order for him to complete the course. Then, if he still does not, the judge may withhold timesharing until he completes the class. Good luck.

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