Definition:
Contempt of court is a legal action brought against the plaintiff or petitioner when they allegedly and willfully defy a court ordered judgment. If your ex-spouse fails to make child support payments you are entitled to file a motion with the courts requesting a hearing on the matter.
If found guilty of contempt of court your ex-spouse will either be given the opportunity to comply with the violated court order or will be sent to jail until he complies with the order.
