What Happens When the Child Violates the Custody Agreement?
Kimberly Ann Bastes
What Happens When the Child Violates the Custody Agreement?
Whether you're the parent who's been denied parenting time or the parent who's been denied support payments, knowing what happens when the child violates the custody agreement is important. The court has the right to take action, and parents should always follow the law. Getting a qualified attorney to help you can ensure that you protect your rights.
There are several different ways that a parent can be found in contempt of court. Some examples are failing to pay child support, holding back on support payments, or doing things that can be considered domestic violence in front of the child.
The severity of the violation will determine the type of sanction that the court will apply. If the violation is minor, it may not be worth pursuing. However, if the violation is severe, the court may be more willing to enforce the agreement.
In addition to the consequences of the violation, the parent can also be charged with contempt of court. This means that the offending parent will have to pay attorney fees and possibly face jail time.
The court may also be willing to allow the parent to change the parenting plan to provide more time with the child. They can also be ordered to attend parenting classes or therapy. This can be done to deter the offending parent from repeating their behavior.
If the violation involves a child being kidnapped, the penalties are much more serious. Depending on the situation, the offending parent may be charged with kidnapping or kidnapping by an adult.
If you need a child custody lawyer, please call this law firm for a free consultation:
Ascent Law LLC
8833 S Redwood Rd Suite C
West Jordan UT 84088
801 676 5505
www.ascentlawfirm.com
