Q: If there is an injunction with a contact provision of using an app for child communication, am I required to do so?
I reside in Polk county fl, my ex is out of state. Per the order, I have full physical and legal custody, no time sharing. There is no parenting plan past or present. I assume the provision to use the app is there should I need to discuss the children. However, I am unclear on if I am ordered to do so. The provision to no contact reads, “Both parties shall download and use (app) to discuss the children only.” No further info or context on that matter is given.
A:
I would interpret the provision as follows:
1) You should download the app. Verify that the app gives notice to the other party that it gives notice to the other party that a message has been sent.
2) Ascertain that your ex has downloaded it as well.
3) If your ex contacts you with the app, respond without being abusive to your ex.
I don't interpret it as requiring that you use the app unless you have something that you should share with your ex.
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