Custody Violation Legal Steps

Summary

If a parent in Mississippi is violating a court-ordered visitation schedule, document each instance of denied visitation, communicate with the other parent if safe, and consider filing a motion for contempt in court. Gather evidence, file the motion at the issuing court, and attend a hearing. Prepare documentation by collecting evidence of denial, including notes on dates, times, and communication attempts. Organize documentation clearly for the hearing. Consider seeking legal advice from a family law attorney for personalized guidance.

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I have joint custodial and physical custody of my two boys. Their mom and I have a court order for visitation. She’s now keeping me from seeing my boys. What can I do
I'm really sorry to hear about your situation. In Mississippi, if the other parent is violating a court-ordered visitation schedule, here are some options you might consider:
- Document each instance of denied visitation.
- Communicate with the other parent, if safe, to resolve the issue.
- Consider filing a motion for contempt in court to enforce the visitation order.
Would you like more details on how to proceed with a motion for contempt, or do you have any other questions?
Yes
To proceed with a motion for contempt in Mississippi, you generally need to:
- Gather evidence of the visitation denial (dates, times, communication attempts).
- File a motion for contempt at the court where the custody order was issued.
- Attend a hearing where both parties will present their case.
Would you like guidance on preparing the necessary documentation or finding legal assistance?
Yes
To prepare the necessary documentation for a motion for contempt, you should:
- Collect all evidence of visitation denial, including detailed notes on dates, times, and any communication attempts.
- Compile any messages, emails, or other communication that demonstrate the denial.
- Organize your documentation clearly to present at the hearing.
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