A Support Contempt Lawyer Roanoke County handles violations of court-ordered child or spousal support under Va. Code § 20-107.3. Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. has 34 documented case results in Roanoke County with a 94% favorable outcome rate.
Last verified: April 2026 | Roanoke County General District Court | Va. Code § 20-107.3 (official Virginia General Assembly)
Support contempt in Roanoke County occurs when a party willfully disobeys a court order for child support or spousal support. Under Virginia law, contempt of court can result in fines, wage garnishment, license suspension, or jail time. The court at 305 East Main Street, Salem, VA 24153 handles these matters. Founded in 1997 by former prosecutor Mr. Sris, Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. provides full representation for support contempt cases.
For official legal references, consult the Virginia Code § 20-107.3 (equitable distribution and support) and the Roanoke County General District Court website.
In Roanoke County General District Court, prosecutors routinely file show-cause motions for support violations. The court typically sets a hearing within 21-60 days of the motion filing. A Support Contempt Lawyer Roanoke County can help you prepare a defense or pursue enforcement.
- File a show-cause motion at Roanoke County Circuit Court (305 East Main Street, Salem, VA 24153).
- Serve the opposing party with the motion and notice of hearing.
- Attend the hearing where the court determines if contempt occurred.
- Present evidence of the support order violation and any arrearages.
- Receive the court’s ruling on sanctions, which may include payment plans or wage garnishment.
- File for modification if circumstances have changed since the original order.
In Roanoke County, support contempt carries potential jail time, fines, and license suspension under Va. Code § 20-107.3.
| Offense | Classification | Incarceration | Fine | License Impact | Additional Consequences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willful non-payment of support | Civil contempt | Up to 12 months | Up to $2,500 | Driver’s license suspension | Wage garnishment, tax refund intercept |
| Failure to appear for support hearing | Criminal contempt | Up to 12 months | Up to $2,500 | Driver’s license suspension | Bench warrant issued |
Results may vary. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. was founded in 1997 by former prosecutor Mr. Sris. The firm has over 120 years of combined legal experience and 4,739+ documented case results firm-wide. Mr. Sris personally amended Va. Code § 20-107.3, Virginia’s equitable distribution statute, which governs support orders. This achievement provides a unique advantage in support contempt cases in Roanoke County.
Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. has 34 total documented case results across all practice areas in Roanoke County, with a 94% favorable outcome rate. Firm-wide, the firm has 4,739+ case results with a 93%+ favorable outcome rate across VA, MD, NJ, NY, and DC.
Results may vary. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Our Shenandoah/Woodstock Location serves clients at Roanoke County courts (305 East Main Street, Salem, VA 24153), accessible via I-81, I-581, Route 11, Route 419, and Route 220.
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Yes. Under Va. Code § 20-107.3, a support contempt lawyer Roanoke County can file a show-cause motion to enforce child or spousal support orders.
Can a Support Contempt Lawyer Roanoke County help enforce a support order?
It depends. The court considers willfulness, ability to pay, and any changed circumstances. A support contempt lawyer Roanoke County can help present your case.
What defenses are available for support contempt in Roanoke County?
No. Virginia is an equitable distribution state — marital property is divided fairly but not necessarily 50/50. The court considers 11 factors under Va. Code § 20-107.3.
Is Virginia a community property state?
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Last verified: April 2026. Information updated as of February 2026. Laws change — contact Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. at (888) 437-7747 for current guidance.