Can a parent who has custody use this enforcement process if the other parent does not follow a parenting time court order?
Yes. Either parent may start this court and mediation process by filing the forms available at the courthouse. If the parent with custody has the complaint, this parent must show that the other parent’s failure to follow the parenting time terms was “substantial.” In mediation, any type of parenting issue can be discussed. IMPORTANT: This booklet is provided for general educational use only. It is not a substitute for the advice of an attorney. If you have a specific legal question, you should contact an attorney. The information in the booklet is accurate as of June 1999. Please remember that the law is always changing through the actions of the courts, the legislature, and agencies. These materials were prepared by the Oregon State Bar’s Low Income Legal Services Committee and Legal Aid Services of Oregon, with minor modifications for web publication by the Marion County Courts. Reproduction is encouraged for free distribution.
Related Questions
- The other party and I are in agreement regarding child support, parenting time and custody, and do not wish to use the Friend of the Court. Do we have to utilize the Friend of the Court Service?
- I believe that the other parent is harming the children during his/her parenting time. Can I just refuse to follow the court order to protect the children?
- My ex is not complying with the court ordered parenting time schedule. As a non-residential parent, what can I do?
