Court Order Enforcement Steps

Summary

If a court orders the sale of a home and one party refuses to comply, they may be in contempt of court. You can file a motion for contempt at the Vanderburgh County Superior Court. This involves drafting the motion, filing it, and serving it to the non-compliant party. While you can file it pro se (self-represented), seeking legal advice is recommended to ensure proper procedure.

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A Judge in Vanderburgh County in Indiana ordered my ex husband and I to sale the home, we now have buyers for the home but my ex husband refuses to sign the closing contract
Hello ****,
If a court order was given and your ex-husband refuses to comply, he may be in contempt of court. You might need to file a motion to enforce the court's order.
Please consult with your attorney for specific actions to your situation.
Where do and do I file contempt of Court papers
Hello ****,
To file a contempt of court in Vanderburgh County, Indiana, you should:
- Draft a motion for contempt
- File it at the Vanderburgh County Superior Court
- Serve the motion to your ex-husband.
Please consult with your attorney on how to do this appropriately.
I don't have an attorney. Can I file it on my own
Hello ****, yes, you can file it on your own. It's called "pro se" or "self-represented". However, it's recommended to seek legal advice to ensure you're following the correct procedure.
Okay thanks
You're welcome, ****. If you have any more questions or need further clarification, feel free to ask. Good luck with your situation.
Thanks
Hello ****, based on your situation, you can proceed as follows:
*. Draft a motion for contempt
*. File it at Vanderburgh County Superior Court
*. Serve the motion to your ex-husband
Remember, it's always recommended to seek legal advice when dealing with court matters. Good luck!