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September 12, 2024 Training Legal Review Screening Process for Civil Contempt
The purpose of the State's Attorney's legal review. -
December 22, 2025 Training Burden of Proof Trial Court Proceedings for Civil Contempt
In order to meet its burden of proof, Child Support Services (CSS) must prove each of the elements of civil contempt by clear and convincing evidence. -
August 11, 2026 Training Bench Warrant Court Proceedings for Civil Contempt
When there has been proper service and the obligor fails to appear at court, Child Support Services (CSS) requests a Bench Warrant be issued. -
August 11, 2026 Training Arraignment Court Proceedings for Civil Contempt
The purpose of the arraignment is for the judge to explain the proceedings to the obligor and advise the obligor of his or her rights. -
January 4, 2026 Training Appeals and Preserving the Record for Civil Contempt
Why preserving the record is so important during contempt proceedings -
September 14, 2026 Documents & Resources Civil Contempt Legal Authority and Definitions
Which authorities govern how Child Support Services pursues civil contempt for child support -
August 6, 2026 5-Minute Overview Executive Summary for Civil Contempt
Brief Executive Summary for Civil Contempt. -
August 31, 2021 Help & How To Should the Office File a Contempt Action?
The two distinct questions that must be answered in order to successfully pursue contempt