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Child Support Enforcement Challenges
Summary
Navigating child support enforcement across state lines involves understanding UIFSA for support and UCCJEA for custody. Proper service and evidence are crucial in contempt cases. If a court finds you in contempt without evidence or service, consider filing a motion to set aside the order. Legal aid and pro bono services can be helpful, but if unavailable, explore self-help resources or court facilitators. Consulting a family law attorney in Georgia or Tennessee may provide personalized guidance.Full Conversation
elizabeth
Hi Elizabeth! How can I assist you with your legal issue today?
i have a questions about child support enforcement, due process , procedural flaws, jurisdictional issues
Hi Elizabeth! Can you please provide more details about the specific issue you're facing with child support enforcement? This will help me give you the most relevant information.
i live in gergia. my children and ex are in tennessee. i petitoned the tn court to register enfrce and modify parenting plan. the ex filed no answer but slipped in a motion for contempt of non- payment of support. the court did not allow any parenting plan modifications but instead found me in contempt. he provided no evidence and never served me.
Elizabeth, your situation raises several legal issues, including due process and jurisdictional concerns. Here are some points to consider:
- Due Process: You should have been properly served with the motion for contempt.
- Evidence: The court should require evidence before finding contempt.
- Jurisdiction: Ensure the Tennessee court has jurisdiction over your case.
Have you considered filing a motion to set aside the contempt order based on lack of service and evidence?
- Due Process: You should have been properly served with the motion for contempt.
- Evidence: The court should require evidence before finding contempt.
- Jurisdiction: Ensure the Tennessee court has jurisdiction over your case.
Have you considered filing a motion to set aside the contempt order based on lack of service and evidence?
yes, i am just trying to deterine if that is the right option. i am confused between the uifsa and the uccjea and the proper way to register a support order. i would assume that some financial information is needed before the judge coukd d anything about a support order?
Hi Elizabeth! Here's some information to help clarify:
- UIFSA (Uniform Interstate Family Support Act): Governs the establishment, enforcement, and modification of child support orders across state lines.
- UCCJEA (Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act): Covers jurisdiction for child custody and visitation matters.
- Registration of Support Order: Required for enforcement; financial information is typically needed.
Have you filed a motion to set aside the contempt order due to lack of service and evidence?
- UIFSA (Uniform Interstate Family Support Act): Governs the establishment, enforcement, and modification of child support orders across state lines.
- UCCJEA (Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act): Covers jurisdiction for child custody and visitation matters.
- Registration of Support Order: Required for enforcement; financial information is typically needed.
Have you filed a motion to set aside the contempt order due to lack of service and evidence?
No. I am drafting a petiton for contempt of parenting time/visitation has all contact has been denied for 18 months now. I asked child support enforcemet in tn to help and they said i must ask ga to help with the support provisions. when we were at our hearing i told the judge i was never served anything and he didnt seem to care. he dismissed my petition to modify parenting plan/custody bc evidence was not presented properly although judge viewed all the documents and clearly knew the violations and effects on the children. and instead issued a * page order, and found me in contempt of non payment and ordered the arrearage more than the monthly support obligations child support
Elizabeth, here are some steps to consider:
- File a Motion: Draft and file a motion to set aside the contempt order due to lack of proper service.
- Petition for Contempt: Continue drafting your petition for contempt regarding denied parenting time.
- Consult a Lawyer: Given the complexity, consulting a family law attorney could be beneficial.
Have you considered consulting a family law attorney in Georgia or Tennessee?
- File a Motion: Draft and file a motion to set aside the contempt order due to lack of proper service.
- Petition for Contempt: Continue drafting your petition for contempt regarding denied parenting time.
- Consult a Lawyer: Given the complexity, consulting a family law attorney could be beneficial.
Have you considered consulting a family law attorney in Georgia or Tennessee?
each lawyer i have hired drops the ball takes my money doesnt show up or put on any evidence and my ex was an attorney
Elizabeth, I'm sorry to hear about your experience with lawyers. Here are some steps you can consider:
- Motion to Set Aside Contempt Order: Continue with this due to lack of service and evidence.
- Petition for Contempt: Move forward with this for denied parenting time.
- Legal Aid Organizations: You might want to explore free or low-cost legal aid services in Georgia and Tennessee.
Would you like information on legal aid organizations in your area?
- Motion to Set Aside Contempt Order: Continue with this due to lack of service and evidence.
- Petition for Contempt: Move forward with this for denied parenting time.
- Legal Aid Organizations: You might want to explore free or low-cost legal aid services in Georgia and Tennessee.
Would you like information on legal aid organizations in your area?
legal aid denies me every time some even the very day before court
Elizabeth, I'm sorry to hear about your difficulties with legal aid. Here are some steps you can consider:
- Motion to Set Aside Contempt Order: Proceed with this due to lack of proper service and evidence.
- Petition for Contempt: Continue with this for denied parenting time.
- Pro Bono Services: Seek out pro bono services or law school clinics that may offer assistance.
Would you like information on pro bono services or law school clinics in your area?
- Motion to Set Aside Contempt Order: Proceed with this due to lack of proper service and evidence.
- Petition for Contempt: Continue with this for denied parenting time.
- Pro Bono Services: Seek out pro bono services or law school clinics that may offer assistance.
Would you like information on pro bono services or law school clinics in your area?
i need law shcools who help information please
~University of Tennessee College of Law Clinic
Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * W Cumberland Ave, Knoxville, TN *
Website: law.utk.edu/clinics/
Would you like more information or assistance with anything else?
Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * W Cumberland Ave, Knoxville, TN *
Website: law.utk.edu/clinics/
Would you like more information or assistance with anything else?
utk said no thanks so how bout near atlanta and other tn schools
Elizabeth, here are some other options for law school clinics near Atlanta and other Tennessee schools:
Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * N Front St, Memphis, TN *
Website: memphis.edu/law/experiential/clinics.php
Would you like more assistance or information on other resources?
~Emory University School of Law Clinic
Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * Clifton Rd, Atlanta, GA *
Website: law.emory.edu
Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * Park Pl NE, Atlanta, GA *
Website: law.gsu.edu/clinic
~University of Memphis School of Law ClinicPhone: (*) *-*
Address: * Clifton Rd, Atlanta, GA *
Website: law.emory.edu
~Vanderbilt University Law School Clinic
Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * 21st Ave S, Nashville, TN *
Website: law.vanderbilt.edu
Would you like more information or assistance with anything else?
Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * 21st Ave S, Nashville, TN *
Website: law.vanderbilt.edu
Would you like more information or assistance with anything else?
yes
Elizabeth, I'm glad to help. Here are additional options for law school clinics in Georgia and Tennessee:
~Georgia State University College of Law ClinicPhone: (*) *-*
Address: * Park Pl NE, Atlanta, GA *
Website: law.gsu.edu/clinic
Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * N Front St, Memphis, TN *
Website: memphis.edu/law/experiential/clinics.php
Would you like more assistance or information on other resources?
i thank you but all f these places are not interested in family law private matters as they have all told me so
Elizabeth, I'm sorry you're having such a tough time finding assistance. Here are some other steps to consider:
- Self-Help Resources: Look for self-help legal resources and guides available online.
- Family Court Facilitators: Contact the court to see if they offer any assistance.
Would you like information on self-help resources or court facilitators?
- Self-Help Resources: Look for self-help legal resources and guides available online.
- Family Court Facilitators: Contact the court to see if they offer any assistance.
Would you like information on self-help resources or court facilitators?
court facilitators
Elizabeth, here’s information on court facilitators in Tennessee:
~Tennessee Administrative Office of the Courts~
Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.tncourts.gov
They can provide information about court facilitators who might assist with your situation. Need more details or any other assistance?
Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.tncourts.gov
They can provide information about court facilitators who might assist with your situation. Need more details or any other assistance?
no thanks
Elizabeth, it sounds like you've been through a lot already. I hope you find the assistance you need. If you ever need more information or help in the future, feel free to reach out. Take care!
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