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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.

665.7 Notice to show cause. In either case the offender may, at the offender's option, make a written explanation of the offender's conduct under oath, which must be filed and preserved.

This 90-day waiting period applies even if you and your spouse are seeking a no-contest divorce in Iowa and have agreed on all terms. In very limited circumstances (such as emergencies) a judge may waive the 90-day period and grant your divorce sooner.

The consequences of contempt may include both civil and criminal penalties, including fines, paying attorneys fees, or even jail time. You should contact an attorney as soon as you believe your ex-spouse is willfully violating the court order.

1. 431(7) The trial court shall rule on all motions within 30 days after their submission, unless it extends the time for reasons stated of record. 1.

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.