A court order is a legal document that is issued by a judge. It is a binding decision that must be obeyed by all parties involved in the case. If a party fails to comply with a court order, the other party may be able to take steps to enforce the order.

There are a number of ways to enforce a court order, and they depend upon what type of order is not being complied with.  For example, the most common way to enforce a custody order is to call the police or sheriff or seek a modification, while the most common way to enforce a support order is through wage garnishment or assistance through the local child support agency.  You may also file a motion with the court that issued the order. The motion must state the facts of the case and show that the order is not being complied with. The court may then hold a hearing to decide whether to enforce the order.

A family court may (and sometimes must) issue orders such as the following to enforce its orders:  

• Earnings Assignment Order for Support (this type of order is somewhat automatic)
• Modification of child custody or visitation
• Writ of Execution (seizing of assets for money owed) 
• Child Support Security Deposit’
• Health Insurance Coverage Assignment for child support
• Contempt of Court (imprisonment, community service, or probation)

In some cases, the court may also order the party to pay the other party’s attorney fees.

It is important to note that enforcing a court order can be a complex and time-consuming process. If you are considering enforcing a court order, you should speak with an attorney to discuss your options.

Here are some examples of court orders that can be enforced:

• Child custody orders
• Child support orders
• Spousal support orders
• Property division orders
• Restraining orders
• Protective orders

If you are not complying with a court order, you may be held in contempt of court. Contempt of court is a serious offense that can result in fines, jail time, or both.

If you are served with a court order, it is important to take it seriously. If you do not understand the order, you should speak with an attorney to get help. Failure to comply with a court order can have serious consequences.