Motion Contempt Filing Guide

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Summary

A motion to show cause is filed when one believes the other party has violated a court order, while a motion for contempt is filed when a party disobeys or disrespects the courts order. To file a Motion for Contempt in Cook County, Illinois, prepare the motion outlining the disobedience, file it at the Clerks office, serve a copy to the opposing party, and attend the assigned hearing. Include specific details and evidence of the violation in your motion.

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I have a question is a motion to show rule of cars different from a motion to hold in contempt in Chicago Illinois cook county for child support case
Hello Alisa,
Yes, they are different.
- A "motion to show cause" is typically filed when one believes the other party has violated a court order.
- A "motion for contempt" is filed when one party disobeys or disrespects the court's order.
This is general information and may vary based on specific cases.
So how do I file a motion for contempt
To file a Motion for Contempt in Cook County, Illinois:
- Prepare the motion outlining how the court order was disobeyed.
- File it at the Clerk's office.
- Serve a copy to the opposing party.
- Attend a hearing date assigned by the court.
This is general guidance and laws may vary.
So for example if the noncustodial parent intentionally gave his ex-employees information for wages to be withheld knows that there’s no payments coming and he’s not sending it to I put all of that in there in the motion for contempt
Yes, Alisa. In your Motion for Contempt, you would detail the specific ways in which the noncustodial parent has violated the court order. This includes providing incorrect employment information. Remember, any evidence supporting your claims should be included. Ensure the motion is served to the opposing party.