How do I enforce a parenting plan
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How do I enforce a parenting plan
My ex wife is not following the
parenting plan set through the court and
she is staying high on illegal drugs
Asked on May 29, 2018 under Family Law, Tennessee
Answers:
S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 5 years ago | Contributor
You can pursue contempt of court against your ex for her failure to comply with court orders.
You will need to file an Order to Show Cause for a hearing on the contempt of court issue. Call the court clerk to schedule a hearing. Include the date / time/ department of the hearing on the Order to Show Cause. File the Order to Show Cause with the court. Also, file your declaration signed under penalty of perjury stating the facts in support of contempt of court. File any additional supporting evidence of your contempt of court claim. You will also need to file a proof of service (court form). Mail a copy of your court-filed documents including the proof of service to your ex to provide her with notice of the hearing. The proof of service verifies the date of mailing.
Prior to filing the above documents with the court, ask the court clerk if any additional documents are required to file for contempt of court because the required documents may vary from state to state.
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