What steps should I take to file a contempt of court order.
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What steps should I take to file a contempt of court order.
My x is not paying the loan on a home we
own. He is in contempt of court. I need
to know what steps I need to take and in
what order to refinance and get him off
the deed.I have received paperwork from
bank on this matter. I live in Acushnet
and house is in Athol.
Asked on July 9, 2018 under Family Law, Massachusetts
Answers:
S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 5 years ago | Contributor
For contempt of court, you will need to file an Order to Show Cause. Call the court to schedule a hearing. Enter the date/ time/ department of the hearing on the Order to Show Cause. File it with the court along with your declaration signed under penalty of perjury stating the facts in support of your contempt of court claim. Also file any other supporting documents or other evidence of the contempt of court and a proof of service ( court form). File all of these documents with the court and then mail a copy of your court-filed documents to your ex to provide notice of the hearing. The proof of service verifies the date of mailing.
Prior to filing your documents with the court, ask the court clerk if any other documents are required for contempt of court because the required documents may vary from state to state.
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