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What is the maximum time that can be given for contempt of court?
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∙ 13y ago
it may differ in each state, unless its a federal court but its about 6 months. better to keep your mouth shut and free room and board than turn on your gangster buddys! 6 months is a joke!
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Can I sue for contempt of court if my Ex does not refinance home in own name as ordered by court?
I believe you can go to the court and file for contempt of court if it was ordered by the judge that your ex was to refinance in a given period of time.
Contempt of court if contempt is stopped can it be stopped?
Yes. Contempt of court is a tool for a judge to force compliance with the judge's wish. Generally once you do what the judge wants, the contempt charge will be dismissed. Incidentally, in many states Contempt of Court is the only crime with no maximum penalty. You can spend the rest of your life in jail one day at a time.
Contempt of court of custody agreement?
If the mother does not give the children to the father on his court appointed scheduled time then she is contempt of court. If the father does not bring the children back when the court document specifies that he has to, then he is contempt of court. If the father does not pick the children up on his court appointed scheduled time, he is NOT in contempt of court. It is the father's right, not his obligation. If the father is paying child support then he is not obligated to do more. To go about filing for contempt you have to have a lawyer file a document stating one parent was in contempt of court. This costs around $200 (in the state of Iowa at least). Once the document is filed the parent will be served and have to appear in court stating why the kids were not given on the scheduled time. The court does not usually find the parent in contempt if this has happened just once, it usually has to happen three or more times before the parent is considered in contempt of court.
Is jail Tim mandatory for contempt of court?
Jail time is not always mandatory for contempt of court. If a person has to go to jail will depend upon what the judge says about their contempt of court.
What is purging a civil contempt order?
A Civil Contempt Order is an Order of the Court finding that you have not complied with some act that the Court required of you. As a result of the non-compliance, the Court holds you in Civil Contempt and punishes you -- usually monetarily or by jail time, but suspends the punishment for a period of time, giving you the opportunity to "purge" yourself of the contempt by doing what the Court requires of you, for instance, by appearing for deposition. If you do what the court requires of you within the time allotted by the Court, you have "purged" yourself of contempt.
What are the statute of limitations on contempt of court in Florida?
There is no statute of limitation for contempt of court in the state of Florida. Most heinous crimes such as murder also have no statute of limitations.
What is disrespect in court called?
If the Judge in a Court of Law believes you are disrespectful of the Court then the Judge can find you guilty of Contempt of Court. In some jurisdictions that can mean a fine, time behind bars, or both.
Repossession in contempt of court?
An action that interferes with a judge's ability to administer justice or that insults the dignity of the court. Disrespectful comments to the judge or a failure to heed a judge's orders could be considered contempt of court. A person found in contempt of court can face financial sanctions and, in some cases, jail time.
What happens when the father is contempt of court?
If a father, or anyone for that matter, is held in contempt of court, it is usually for disrespectful and inappropriate actions during a court appearance. This usually results in a short jail time and possibly a fine.
Historical development of contempt of court?
Contempt of court has been a legal concept since at least the 12th century in England but has evolved over time. Originally intended to maintain the authority and dignity of the court, it has expanded to include both civil and criminal contempt. This evolution reflects changing attitudes towards the balance between freedom of expression and respect for judicial processes.
If you do not pay restitution for a crime in full will you have to serve suspended sentence time?
If the payment of restitution was in lieu of serving the sentence you were given, yes. In addition it is possible that you COULD also be charged with Contempt of Court for violating the court's order.
Is there any legal recourse against a former spouse for multiple unfounded Contempt of Court motions?
be more specific on the reason for contempt of court. i have worked for lawyers and police department and their are reasons given for contempt of court. your question needs to be changed . did you go to court numerous times and the case was dismissed or thrown out? when a judge says"contempt of court" it may because a person was lying, not following a court order, not showing up at all, etc. she accused of things you didn't do, and tried to get you for contempt on court orders? if so, get her for perjury, falsified information, harassing, and if she tries it again, take all your paper work proving the point to a judge. he can fine her for taking up the time of a judge with unjustifible suits. there is a name for it, but can't think of it right now.
