What happens if my husband refuses to pay alimony?
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What happens if my husband refuses to pay alimony?
Contempt: If your spouse has refused or failed to pay your alimony, a judge may find your spouse in contempt of the court. If your spouse continues to refuse to pay, the court can take additional actions, such as charging more fines or even jail time.
What entitles a woman to alimony?
They are: To compensate a spouse who sacrifices his or her ability to earn income during the marriage; To compensate a spouse for the ongoing care of children, over and above any child support obligation; or, To help a spouse in financial need arising from the breakdown of the marriage.
Who gets permanent alimony?
Among the factors that, singly or in combination, can justify permanent alimony are: The marriage was lengthy (30 or more years); the financially dependent spouse is in his or her fifties or older; the ex-spouse is in poor health, handicapped or has limited earning capacity, due to modest education and job skills; the …
