What happens if I fail to comply with a child custody order?

If you fail to comply with a child custody order in California, you may face serious consequences. Depending on the order violation, a judge may hold you in contempt of court and order a fine or jail time. For example, if you fail to follow the set custody and visitation schedule, a judge may order you to pay a fine or spend time in jail. Additionally, your custodial rights could be suspended or revoked by the court, meaning that you would no longer have the right to make decisions about the child’s education, medical care, or living arrangements. In most cases, a court will attempt to resolve the non-compliance issue before instituting any penalties or jail time. A court may require you to take classes, or set a new visitation or custody schedule. If this fails to resolve the issue, the court may increase the severity of penalties until you comply with the court order. In any case, it is important to be aware of the consequences of failing to comply with the court’s order and, when possible, attempt to resolve any issues without going to court.

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