If your ex-spouse fails to comply with or follow through on the orders of your divorce decree, you have the right to seek enforcement through Arizona family courts. If it is found that your spouse knowingly and willfully refused to comply with court orders or make payments, you may be able to seek an action of contempt against him or her, which could include criminal sanctions and possible jail time.
Do You Need to Seek Enforcement?
While you do have the option to seek enforcement, you must be able to prove that your spouse has failed to comply with the terms of your divorce decree. Typical situations the court will consider include:
- Failure to turn over assets
- Failure to pay debts as ordered
- Failure to sell or refinance an asset
- Failure to pay spousal maintenance
- Failure to pay child support
At Lasiter & Jackson, our lawyers focus on helping clients through difficult and ongoing family law issues. We represent clients on both sides of enforcement issues, whether pursuing legal action to collect past-due payments or defending against false accusations. Drawing on more than 36 years of combined experience handling all aspects of divorce and family law, we seek to help you understand your options and pursue the most efficient, cost-effective action to achieve your goals.