Does filing contempt really do anything?

[DChristian112]

What is the name of your state? MN
I just had a general question...
First off, let me explain, I am in no situation where I need to file contempt charges against my ex.
After viewing so many posts about contempt, I wonder if filing really does anything?
From what it seems, when you file contempt charges, you get a mere slap on the hand, and you are told not do it again, whatever it is you did.

Theoretically, say I deny my ex visitation, (I do not plan on it, but say I do) and he files contempt charges on me. What then happens?
I go to court, a judge gives me her opinion, and warns me?
Does anyone ever get thrown in jail for this?

Just wondering...
Thanks!

 

[tigger22472]

What is the name of your state? MN
I just had a general question...
First off, let me explain, I am in no situation where I need to file contempt charges against my ex.
After viewing so many posts about contempt, I wonder if filing really does anything?
From what it seems, when you file contempt charges, you get a mere slap on the hand, and you are told not do it again, whatever it is you did.

Theoretically, say I deny my ex visitation, (I do not plan on it, but say I do) and he files contempt charges on me. What then happens?
I go to court, a judge gives me her opinion, and warns me?
Does anyone ever get thrown in jail for this?

Just wondering...
Thanks!

I've heard of it happening before. It depends on the judge and the individual case. I don't think you get much on a one time offense. It's smarter to have proof or several occurrence.

 

[Grace_Adler]

Yeah, it usually depends on your location (state and county) and the judge. Just based on what I've seen, heard and had some attorneys tell me, most people get out of any harsh punishment for many different reasons and basically just get a slap on the wrist, in this area.

 

[DChristian112]

Hey, it's YOUR T-Shirt. For you, they're a way of life - a dream realized!

And I am beginning to think you are jealous of my realized dream because I pull it off so vivaciously!

 

[Grace_Adler]

Oh boy, here we go again. What round is this? LOL

 

[theb]

ROFLMAO!!!
Dang, you two love each other soooo much!


NOT

 

[theother]

Has anyone managed to get a judge to punish a CP that is denying visitation in any other way?