how do i enforce a custody order with no money?

[rgoss1010]

I have a joint custody order with my ex wife for our 3 children. They live with her most of the time and go to school there. I am behind quite a bit on child support because i am in the construction industry and only work a little bit right now. She says she is keeping the kids from me until i pay more ans she says she can do that because im behind. I have not received a court order or any other paperwork from her stating she can do this. I also know she has not spoken to a lawyer and she has her new husband telling her to do this. Can she keep them from me without a court order? How do I enforce the time sharing plan in our final settlement without any money or little money? Thank you.

[Attorney Howard Iken]

She cannot withhold parenting time even if you are behind on support. You need to file a Motion for Contempt, ask for a hearing, and pay a $50 reopen fee. The Clerk of Court may be able to guide you further.