Enforcement of Child Custody & Support Orders
Family Law Attorneys Serving Coeur D’Alene – Call (208) 712-8292
With more than 20 years of legal experience, Walsh & Lewis PLLC provides informative and compassionate representation to clients in a variety of family law matters. If the other parent is not abiding by your child custody and/or child support order, our family law attorneys can assist you in determining your options for enforcement. Idaho provides a variety of legal avenues means to enforce family court orders. To discuss your case with one of our dedicated attorneys, contact our office today.
Enforcing a Child Custody Order
If the other parent refuses to let you have scheduled visitation time with
your son or daughter or fails to spend time with your child, as ordered
by the court, you have the right to enforce the order. We will file a
motion for contempt in an effort to request relief for your individual
situation.
Enforcing a Child Support Order
If the other parent refuses to provide financial support according to a court order, you may have the option to enforce it and seek payment and possibly be awarded attorney’s fees and costs. Idaho Child Support Receipting Services monitors child support payments. Should the other parent refuse to provide the required funds for a child, in accordance with a court order, there may be several legal remedies to compel him or her to pay their court ordered support.
Enforcement of a child support order may involve:
- Wage garnishment
- Driver’s license suspension
- Interception of federal and state tax refunds
- Contempt of court action
- Other financial and administrative penalties
Depending on the situation, some remedies for enforcing child support may be included in the original order. However, should the parent continue to refuse to make payments, you may have the option to pursue other enforcement methods. If financial hardship, such as the loss of a job or a medical emergency, arises and prevents the paying parent from obeying the court order, Idaho Child Support Services may evaluate your case, but our attorneys will work with you directly in an effort to achieve resolution.
Diligent Legal Services in Coeur D’Alene & All of North Idaho
Walsh & Lewis PLLC guides clients through complex family law matters. If you need to enforce a child custody or support order, our Coeur d’Alene family law attorneys will use their knowledge of Idaho law and experience before the court to help you seek a solution. We will answer your questions and be by your side throughout the process.
Call us today at (208) 712-8292 for a free consultation.