Warner Robins, GA asked in Civil Litigation, Civil Rights, Family Law and Divorce for Georgia

Q: What document do I need to submit to court to close a civil case after the judge has spoken on it and not dismiss it?

The judge has spoken on a civil contempt case and the case shows open and not closed. Child support enforcement cannot move forward with their case because the civil contempt case shows open. I don’t want to dismiss the case only close it.

3 Lawyer Answers
Priscilla T. Upshaw
Priscilla T. Upshaw
Answered
  • Criminal Law Lawyer
  • Powder Springs, GA
  • Licensed in Georgia

A: Your attorney should have prepared an order for the judge to sign. If you were not represented by an attorney, the judge should have given instructions. It is best to contact an attorney who can go over the specifics of your case and advise you on your next best steps.

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-The Upshaw Law Firm, (770) 240-0922.

Homer P Jordan IV agrees with this answer

Ellaretha Coleman
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Ellaretha Coleman
Answered
  • Atlanta, GA
  • Licensed in Georgia

A: If a final order has been issued on the contempt, you can file a case disposition form to close out the case.

Homer P Jordan IV agrees with this answer

Homer P Jordan IV
Homer P Jordan IV
Answered
  • Atlanta, GA
  • Licensed in Georgia

A: I agree with my colleagues, your attorney should have handled this. However, you can close out the case by filing the case disposition form. -Homer P. Jordan IV, Esq. 404-620-1558

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