My ex-husband has yet to pay my family any money owed that was outlined in the divorce paperwork. When can I file a motion?
Asked in Superior, CO on December 30, 2025 Last answered on January 23, 2026I have been divorced for over 2 years and my ex-husband owes my family money that is outlined in the divorce paperwork and has yet to pay anything. Am I able to file a motion of contempt? Can I do it without a lawyer? What are the steps?
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Free Consultation Does the Order have a deadline for him to pay? If not, you will likely be better off with a motion to enforce. You can also file a contempt the day after he doesn't comply with the deadline (if there is one).
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