Sanctions In Child Support

Summary

In Illinois, under Rule 137, you can request sanctions for frivolous actions. Options include written warnings, fines, dismissal of claims, or mandatory courses. For intentional financial and emotional distress, the court may order therapy payments, parenting classes, or supervised contact. Always consult a legal professional for personalized advice.

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I have a question about sanctions against the respondent and his attorney in ****Illinois cook county first district child support case if I’m representing myself and can’t ask for attorney fees or any other legal fees would it be possible or is it possible to ask for intentional Further financial distress that was inflicted on the children to be paid
In Illinois, financial distress caused intentionally by a parent can be considered child neglect. According to Illinois law:
- Child neglect is a form of child abuse and is punishable by law.
- You can present evidence of intentional financial distress to the court.
- The court can order the respondent to pay additional child support.
Always consult with a legal professional for personalized advice.
But I want to know this as sanctions are involved for example if I file a motion exposing the pattern of the respondent and his attorney which is considered as frivolous under rule * and since I am representing myself and do not have legal fees or attorney fees can I request as a exchange
Under Rule * in Illinois, you can request sanctions for frivolous actions. However, it's typically for legal fees. As you're self-represented, you could ask the court for different sanctions. Always consult a legal professional for advice.
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Thank you for the details, Chicago. To clarify, are you asking if you can request sanctions under Rule * for the intentional financial distress caused to the children, instead of legal fees?
What are all my options of sanctions I can request in this case other than legal fees
In Illinois, under Rule *, other than legal fees, possible sanctions can include:
- Written warnings
- Fines payable directly to the court
- Dismissal of the offending party's claims
- An order to complete a course or seminar
Always consult a legal expert for personalized advice.
As the opposing parties actions have further inflicted intentional financial and emotional and psychological and mental distress on my three teenager children
In Illinois, emotional distress caused by a parent's actions can be considered child abuse. The court may order the offending party to:
- Pay for therapy or counseling for the children
- Complete parenting classes
- Limit or supervise their contact with the children
Always consult a legal professional for personalized advice.