When a parenting order is made, each person affected by the order must follow the order. This includes taking all reasonable steps to follow the order. For example, a parent has a positive obligation to encourage a child to spend time with the other parent.

The law about the consequences of failing to comply with orders is complicated and technical. What may appear as a failure to comply with an order to you, and your family and friends, may not be according to the law.

Contravention of parenting court orders can be very serious. If your ex-partner has contravened court orders, you may be able to take action. Some instances of contravention of orders, such as child abduction by either parent are extremely serious. For more information on this in particular, please see the Hague Convention Proceedings.

Contact DA Family Lawyers Online for more information on Contravention of Orders.

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