Tag Archives: Child Support

More on the Turner v. Rogers Anniversary Forum — DC In Person and Streaming Seats Available

Posted on June 12, 2012 by richardzorza

Here is the text of the invite from HHS to the 2 PM Eastern, Wed June 20th session, to be held at Hubert H. Humphrey Building, 1st Floor Auditorium, 200 Independence Avenue, S.W. Washington, DC 20201: You are invited to … Continue reading →

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Supreme Court Argument in Civil Gideon/Civil Contempt Case – Sufficiency of SRL Procedures Addressed in SC for First Time

Posted on March 23, 2011 by richardzorza

This may become very important. You can read the full transcript of today’s (March 23, 2011) oral argument on whether there is a right to counsel for those facing contempt incarceration for nonpayment of child support. It is fascinating, and … Continue reading →

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US Brief in Civil Gideon Child Support Contempt Case — Interesting Position

Posted on January 19, 2011 by richardzorza

The US Justice Department has filed an amicus brief in a civil Gideon case, albeit one dealing with a risk of incarceration, supporting reversal.  The case comes out of South Carolina, and involves one put in civil contempt for failing … Continue reading →

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