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Enforcement of Orders Attorney in Charlotte

Charlotte Enforcement Lawyers Serving Charlotte, Waxhaw, Lake Norman, NC & Beyond

Family law matters can be some of the most emotionally trying times of your life. Whether you had a child out of wedlock or have recently divorced your spouse, navigating complicated legal processes can be stressful. Our lawyers can help you with an enforce a judgement or order through a court action. We can also represent you if you are faced with an enforcement action.

Are you looking for someone who can stand up and fight for you? Blood Law, PLLC’s lawyers will fight alongside you and defend you with compassion.

What Can Enforcement of Orders Do?

Enforcement of orders can help you ensure order pertaining to the following family law matters are upheld:

How to Enforce a Court Order

Enforcing a family court order in North Carolina involves several steps, especially when one party is not complying with a court-issued judgment regarding child support, custody, visitation, or alimony. Here's a general guide on how to enforce a family court order in North Carolina:

  1. Review the Court Order: Carefully review the existing court order to understand its terms and obligations. Ensure that the other party has violated specific provisions of the order, such as failing to pay child support or not adhering to custody or visitation terms.
  2. Document the Violation: Keep detailed records of how the court order has been violated. This could include missed child support payments, denied visitation rights, or failure to follow custody arrangements. Gather evidence such as receipts, bank statements, text messages, emails, or witness statements.
  3. Attempt Informal Resolution: Before pursuing legal action, consider trying to resolve the issue informally. Contact the other party and attempt to work out the violation through negotiation. If successful, this can save time and legal costs.
  4. File a Motion for Contempt: If informal resolution is not successful, the next step is to file a Motion for Contempt or a Motion for Order to Show Cause to request that a judge hold the other party in contempt for violating the established court order. The consequences for not complying with a court order include anything from a verbal reprimand to jail time.
  5. Attend the Contempt Hearing: After filing the Motion for Contempt, the court will schedule a hearing. Both parties will have the opportunity to present evidence and testimony. You should present all documentation proving the violation of the court order. The other party will also have a chance to defend themselves.
  6. Court Decision: If the court finds that the other party willfully violated the order, it may hold them in contempt.
  7. Enforcement of Court Orders: If the court issues an enforcement order, it can be carried out by legal mechanisms like wage garnishment, property liens, or intercepting tax refunds for unpaid child support or alimony.
  8. Seek Legal Assistance: Family law issues can be complex. Consulting with a family law attorney experienced in North Carolina can ensure your rights are protected throughout the process of enforcing the court order. An attorney can help with filing the motion and represent you in court.

What Can You Do If Your Spouse Refuses to Pay Child Support?

Is your former spouse delaying child support or refusing to pay altogether? This is unacceptable and against the law. You must act to protect your child and their future. We are here to provide you with legal counsel and the necessary court filings.

The Consequences of Violating a Court Order

Failure to comply with a court order impacts both parties involved. It could cause financial and emotional hardship on your family, which is why it is so important to seek help if one party fails to obey a court order. Once the judge has determined that one party is in contempt of court, the court may order one of the following consequences:

  • Make modifications to an existing child support order
  • Enforce compensatory visitation
  • Charge a fine(s)
  • Withhold wages
  • Enforce a property transfer
  • Jail time

Contact an Experienced Enforcement Attorney

At Blood Law, PLLC, we know that it can be frustrating to have to deal with the process of enforcing a court order. With us by your side, you can rest assured that you have a team behind you dedicated to your success. You can trust Blood Law, PLLC to take legal action in a quick and efficient way, minimizing the stress and the cost of litigation.

To learn more about our enforcement of order services in Charlotte, fill out a form online today or give us a call at (704) 286-0570. 

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