What happens if the custodial parent doesn't show up for a modification hearing?

Answer 1

It depends on the state you live in and what changes you are attempting to make. Also if they have an attorney who is willing to take the responsibility for not verifying that they were informed.

Usually tho the parent who does show wins by default.

Answer 2

That depends on prevailing law in the court of jurisdiction. Usually, the non-complaint parent would be found in contempt of court and fined and/or jailed based on the same depending on their excuse for not showing up. If the non-compliance becomes chronic, they may endanger their status of custodial parent (lose custody to the other parent or otherwise have the original custody order modified to favor the parent who remains in compliance).

Answer 3

If no prior continuance has been requested, a default order in favor of the other parent.

Answer 4

A continuance, or a default order in favor of the non-custodial parent.