Court Order Compliance Tips

Summary

Ignoring a court order in Minnesota can lead to contempt of court. If the order doesnt specify the delivery method, youre not obligated to mail it. Document all attempts to provide the form. Consult a local attorney for tailored advice. Free legal advice can be sought from organizations like Volunteer Lawyers Network, Legal Aid Society, and Minnesota State Bar Association.

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I have a court order for form * to provide that to my son’s dad. My son is *, and has never met his dad. I don’t want to mail the form, but his dad says he will get law involved if I don’t mail the form. Will I get in trouble if I don’t mail the form and make him meet to get the form?
Hello ****, may I know your location to provide information specific to your jurisdiction? Generally, ignoring a court order can potentially lead to legal consequences. However, the specifics can vary based on the jurisdiction and the details of the order.
Hutchinson MN
Hello ****, in Minnesota:
- Ignoring a court order can lead to contempt of court.
- The court order must be followed unless the judge changes it.
- You may request a modification if you have concerns about your son's safety.
I suggest consulting with a local attorney for advice tailored to your situation.
I’m not ignoring it, it says nothing in the court document that I have to mail the form. Just says I have to sign it. And I did. He refused to get it.
Hello ****, if the court order doesn't specify the method of delivery, you're generally not obligated to mail it. However, for your protection, ensure you have proof of offering the form. Consult an attorney for specific advice.
It just says to provide him. And I have provided my signature and the form. He is just refusing.
Hello ****, if you've offered the form and he's refusing, you've fulfilled your obligation. Document all your attempts to provide it as evidence. Be sure to consult a local attorney for tailored advice.
How to I contact an attorney to ask for free?
There are several organizations in Minnesota that provide free legal advice. Some of them include:
- Volunteer Lawyers Network: *-*-*
- Legal Aid Society: *-*-*
- Minnesota State Bar Association: *-*-*
Please reach out to them for assistance.
Thank you very much!
You're welcome, ****! If you have any other questions in the future, don't hesitate to ask. Good luck with your situation.