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My ex husband should have returned the kids back to me on Wednesday per the court order at 10:00am. The night before he refused to return the kids and said he will return them on Friday at 6:00pm

We we will filing a contempt of court on monday as the Judge is on vacation.

What is the penalty for not returning the children?

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Q: What is the contempt of court penalty for not following a divorce decree child visitation order?
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