2007-11-27 16:18:56 · 4 answers · asked by John L 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
in the uk usualy 3months,but it being a court order means you still have to pay it when released,or go through the same again.its not like a fine where they wipe the slate clean.
2007-11-27 17:07:16 · answer #1 · answered by fozz 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Actually the first answer is incorrect. Contempt of court can attract a jail term dependent on how far you are prepared to ignore the court
They only want you to contact them and provide financial details....but by ignoring a court order is contempt and is a criminal offence
Once they have had enough of attempting to contact you they will put a warrant out for your arrest. You will be detained for 28 days after which you will brought before the judge. If you remain in contempt (no providing info at this point you will again be imprisoned for 28 days....and brought again before the judge
It will go on and on until the court have the info they want
2007-12-01 13:20:29 · answer #2 · answered by stormydays 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is a civil suit. It just means a judgement has been levied against you. It makes it easier for the plaintiff to get a writ of garnishment, which allows them to take it out of your paycheck. No Jail Time.
2007-11-27 16:27:02 · answer #3 · answered by RJ_inthehouse 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
This is not something which is punishable by prison anymore.
The creditor must now obtain a warrant against you to take your goods and chattels.
2007-11-27 17:08:35 · answer #4 · answered by brainstorm 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋