Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Florida

If a writ of body attachement was issued in Florida for non payment of child support and the person moved out of state, can they pay what they owe and not have to return to florida and have the writ removed?


Asked on 1/11/13, 7:24 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Joseph Justice The Justice Law Firm

The writ should have a purge value. Paying that purge value basically nullifies the writ. After paying the purge value the person needs to keep proof of payment on them for about 30 days to guarantee they will not be placed in custody.

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Answered on 1/11/13, 7:28 am
David Slater David P. Slater, Esq.

Court should be advised of payment.

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Answered on 1/11/13, 8:01 am


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