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IT IS THEREFORE ORDERED AS FOLLOWS: Except in exigent or unusual circumstances, any continuance motion or request must be in writing, signed by the client, and filed not later than seven days before the court event for which rescheduling is requested.

In Iowa, you have to file an action against the other party to seek enforcement of the existing court decree order. The enforcement action is formally known as an Application for Rule to Show Cause, commonly referred to as a contempt filing. This filing brings the opposing party's bad acts to the court's attention.

If you fail to appear on a scheduled court date for a civil action, the judge may enter a default judgment against you and find in favor of the other party. Also, the judge may find you in contempt of court.

What are some of the fees for miscellaneous services? TypeFeeType Motion to show cause for contemptFee $60Type Filing and docketing a transcript of judgmentFee $60Type Fee for jury trialFee $100Type Penalty for late settlement of jury trialFee $1,0007 more rows

If contempt is found, the court issues an order that may require incarceration, payment of support, posting of a bond and/or community service. The court may also prohibit a person ordered to pay support from practicing a profession or occupation under a license.

Iowa law provides a number of measures for enforcing compliance with a child support order, including income withholding, garnishment, liens, and contempt of court. If a parent has not complied with a support order, it is the responsibility of the other parent to initiate steps to enforce.