A contempt of family court order means that an individual has willfully blocked, disobeyed or otherwise undermined the court or the judge's ability to administer justice. The judicial system is limited in its ability to issues a contempt of court to issues that occur within or relate to the court session itself. In family court, this is usually a failure to pay spousal support or child support,
. but it can also encompass visitation and custody issues. Jail sentences, payment of full amount due, and community service are common punishments for individuals found guilty of contempt. You can find more information here: http://www.lectlaw.com/def/c118.htm
