Civil contempt can take many forms, but most commonly involves a failure to abide by the terms of a court order. In family law matters, a petition for contempt can be a useful mechanism to enforce the terms of a judgment of absolute divorce, custody order, or other court order.  

Civil contempt proceedings are not designed to punish noncompliance; the goal of civil contempt is to compel present or future compliance with a court order. A person found in contempt can be sanctioned by the court, so it is important to contact an experienced attorney if a petition for contempt is filed against you.  

If you believe the other party is not following the terms of a court order, an experienced attorney can help you determine whether to file a petition for contempt and guide you through the process.  

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