|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Bruce Allen Buskirk, Esq.
CALL ME NOW!
Bruce can represent you immediately, and in many cases have your pleadings filed the very next day.
|
BUSKIRK & ASSOCIATES PC
Contempt of Court
Tell A Friend About Bruce Buskirk
Serving The Following Areas
Since 1993
- Houston
- Spring
- The Woodlands
- North Harris County
- Montgomery County
|
- Conroe
- Tomball
- Cy-Fair
- Humble
- Kingwood
|
|
FREE
Office Consultation
Call Bruce Now!
281-583-7553
Toll Free
After 5:PM and Weekends
1-866-825-8633
Fax # 281-315-8863
4606 FM 1960 W #400
Houston Texas 77069
(Building Next To Office Depot)
|
Texas Family Law Contempt Of Court, Divorce Lawyer In Houston TX, Contempt Of Court Texas
Enforcement of a Texas Order Via Contempt
Texas has many remedies which are available to enforce a Texas court's decree/order. Contempt is a civil remedy with criminal consequences because the violator either will be fined or put in jail. To be held in contempt of court the offender must intentionally violate the court's order. The punishment for contempt varies with fines accessed in amounts up to $500.00 and/or confinement in the county jail for up to six months.
The two most common forms of contempt are: the violation of a court order; or a form of misconduct which occurs in the courtroom in front of the judge.
In findings of contempt a court order must be in writing and signed by the judge before the alleged violation occurred. However, not all violations of a court order are subject to punishment through contempt. For example, we no longer follow the English tradition of Debtor's Prison: a person in Texas cannot be jailed for not paying a debt. If the divorce decree divides credit and debts, failure to pay a debt cannot be remedied through contempt of court. Contempt of court deals with court ordered
child support
,
spousal support
or payment from an existing source of money. However, if a
temporary order
provides for payment of utilities or house payment as a form of child support or spousal maintenance, then any violations of these terms can be remedied by contempt of court. The bottom line is these orders have a relationship to children.
Some difficulties in contempt proceedings usually are associated with the original order. Some orders are ambiguous and too general in nature. Failure to specify with enough details is one of the major flaws which usually results in being unsuccessful in a contempt proceeding. Thus, you may file contempt proceedings and lose, not only at hearing, but bear the costs of legal proceedings.
Contempt proceedings are primarily used to enforce child support payments, visitation rights, division of property
and
alimony
. Both parties must appear at the proceeding. Failure of a party to appear before the judge will result in
the issuance of a capias. A capias is treated just like a criminal warrant and will be entered into the national, local
and state police computers reflecting the warrant. Contempt proceedings are considered serious in nature and should
never be taken lightly by anyone.
by Patricia D. Henderson, Esq. and Cicely Nedd-Thomas, Esq.
Texas Family Law Contempt Of Court, Divorce Lawyer In Houston TX, Contempt Of Court Texas
Protect Your Rights
Bruce is ready to utilize his Family Law background, experience and knowledge
to protect and safeguard your rights.
Call Bruce Right Now! 281-583-7553
or
Toll Free 1-866-825-8633 After 5:00 PM
And Weekends.
More Frequently Asked Questions
To Divorce Lawyers
Bruce Buskirk Attorney 4606 FM 1960 West Houston Texas 77069 Tel: 281-583-7553
The information contained in the Bruce Allen Buskirk website is provided for informational purposes only,
and should not be construed as legal advice on any subject matter.
Unless otherwise referenced the attorneys are not certified by Texas Board of Legal Specialization.
Texas Family Law Contempt Of Court, Divorce Lawyer In Houston TX, Contempt Of Court Texas
Call Bruce Now! 281-583-7553
Divorce Lawyers Spring Texas, Divorce Attorneys Houston Texas, Divorce Attorneys Spring Texas
4606 FM 1960 West, Houston Texas, 77069, TX,Divorce Lawyers Spring Texas, Divorce Attorneys Houston Texas,
Divorce Attorneys Spring Texas,TX, Serving Houston TX, Spring, The Woodlands, North Harris County, Montgomery County,
Conroe, Tomball, Cypress, Humble, Kingwood
|
|
