Contempt in family court refers to actions that disobey or disrespect a court order. In family law, this often involves failing to comply with orders related to child support, alimony, or visitation rights. When a party does not follow a court order, the other party may file a complaint for contempt to enforce the order and ensure compliance. Contempt can be civil, aiming to compel compliance, or criminal, punishing disrespect towards the court. Understanding contempt actions is crucial as they uphold the integrity of court orders and can lead to severe consequences, including fines or modifications to custody arrangements.
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