Contempt?

[movenon]

I live in Ca, jurisdiction is in Wa.

Recently, my husbands job and paycheck have been cut. My ex and I had a disagreement about who's turn it was to pay for the spring break visit. After 9-11 my kids (both parents agreed) did not feel comfortable flying. We made other arrangements (train and by car). At the last minute my ex decided it was my turn to pay and time for the kids to start flying again. He said if I didn't have them to him on time he would take me to court. I was wondering if he could hold me in contempt if I can't financially make the trip. I realize It would be cheaper to make the trip than go to court. I would never do this to spite my ex.
Thanks in advance.

 

[Grace_Adler]

I'm really not good with visitation but does it state in the order if anyone is to pay for the transportation. If not..then I wouldn't worry to much. If for some reason he tried to take you for contempt of court, I would simply explain that you thought it was his turn to pay and that u 2 agreed but he changed his mind at the last minute. Tell the judge that you would be more than happy to send them for a visit if 1. he pays for the trip 2. they can get there other than flying because your children become very upset when flying is brought up. I wouldn't think you'd be held in contempt since you have no problem with him seeing them. Your situation is very understandable. Besides if he loses he has to pay court costs right? I'm not for sure but I don't think u have alot to worry about. Besides even if the judge did take his word over yours the worst you would get is a slap on the wrist.

 

[Dogmatic_1]

Contempt of court is to physicaly stop or verbaly stop a visit from occuring. If you say you can fly them, but I'm not good for you. Your x should count his blessing that you have helped him in the past. In my opinion ( not a legal one ) you can not be held in contempt.

 

[movenon]

Thanks

Thank you for your replies. My ex is very hostile and threatens to take me to court over everything. I don't want to make him mad but I am tired of him threatening me. I would never keep the boys from him.