When a parent violates a court-approved Parenting Plan, the other parent has the right to seek enforcement through the Florida courts. Parenting time, referred to as timesharing, is legally enforceable under Section 61.13, Florida Statutes.
Timesharing violations can disrupt a child’s stability and damage parent-child relationships. Swift legal action is often necessary to restore compliance.
The Law Office of Tiffany M. Hughes, P.C. represents parents in enforcement proceedings throughout Southwest Florida and the greater Tampa Bay region, including but not limited to, Sarasota County, Manatee County, Charlotte County, DeSoto County, Lee County, Hillsborough County, and Pinellas County. Every consultation is conducted directly with a licensed Divorce and Matrimonial Law Attorney, not a salesperson, not a case manager, and not an intake team.
Enforcement may be necessary when a parent:
Repeated violations may justify court intervention.
Florida courts may order:
The court’s primary focus is the child’s best interests.
If a parent willfully violates a Parenting Plan, the court may find that parent in civil contempt. The moving party must show:
Contempt can result in sanctions or additional remedies.
Not every dispute requires modification. If a parent’s circumstances have changed, the proper legal remedy may be to seek modification rather than simply refusing compliance.
Enforcement protects the integrity of court orders.
In severe cases involving repeated interference or alienating conduct, the court may:
Courts take consistent violations seriously.
Can I withhold child support if timesharing is denied?
No. Child support and timesharing are separate legal obligations.
How quickly can enforcement be filed?
A motion may be filed as soon as a violation occurs.
Can repeated violations change custody?
Yes, if the court finds it is in the child’s best interests.
If your co-parent is violating your Parenting Plan, experienced legal representation can help enforce your rights and restore stability for your child.
Contact The Law Office of Tiffany M. Hughes, P.C. to schedule a confidential consultation regarding enforcement of parenting time in Florida.
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