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Motion for Contempt of Court (Family Law)
Motion asking the court to hold a party in contempt for violating a family court order regarding custody, visitation, or support.
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Instructions
Identify the court order being violated, including the date and specific provisions. Describe each violation with dates and details. Show that the violating party had knowledge of the order and the ability to comply. Request appropriate sanctions (make-up visitation, wage garnishment for unpaid support, attorney fees, jail time in serious cases). Attach a certified copy of the order being violated.