Enforcing Custody & Support Orders in Ontario

Tue, 14 May 2024 11:28:40 +0000

⁣Let’s
dive into the mechanisms that ensure Custody & Support orders are followed.

Family Responsibility Office (FRO) -
Enforcing Support Orders

Here’s how FRO do it

Garnishing Wages:
The FRO can direct employers to deduct support payments right from the
paying parent’s wages.

Intercepting Federal Payments: Overdue child support can be covered by intercepting
tax refunds and other federal payments.

Suspending Driver’s Licenses: If a parent fails to pay child support, the FRO can
suspend their driver’s license.

Reporting to Credit Bureaus: Non-payment can negatively impact a parent's credit
rating, as it's reported to credit bureaus.

Enforcement of Custody Orders

For custody orders, the court has
several tools to ensure compliance:

Police Assistance:
A police enforcement clause can be issued, authorizing police to help
retrieve the child if necessary.

Contempt of Court:
Willful disobedience of a custody order can lead to a parent being found
in contempt of court, which might result in fines or even
imprisonment."

Need more information or assistance
with custody and support orders? Visit us at www. Divorceoffice.ca or call us at (416) 519-0699. We’re here to help you
navigate these legal waters.