Legal Question in Family Law in Virginia

I was granted custody of my children, with child support ordered (handled through DCSE), and a percentage of the medical bills not covered by insurance. For the past 1.5 years, I have submitted to my ex-wife all of the childrens' medical bills, with no response or attempt by her to pay them. DCSE said they don't have anything to do with that part until I go to the court first, and have an order issued.

How would I file with the court to have this heard (contempt of court, show cause, warrant in debt)? Is there a statute of limitations on the how long I can accumulate these bills before going to court (should I do this yearly)?

Any advice is greatly appreciated.


Asked on 12/19/11, 7:34 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael Hendrickson Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson

Assuming the order is from the J&DR;Court, you should go to the

clerk's office and ask for a Rule to Show Cause against the obligor (your wife)

as to why she should not be found in contempt of court and appropriately sanctioned.

No, these kinds of arrearages connected with child support orders are not subject to typical statutes of limitation and can be enforced and collected upon even after the subject children have become adults.

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Answered on 12/19/11, 8:26 pm


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