Form 21 Motion for Contempt and Affidavit - Ohio

What Is Form 21?

This is a legal form that was released by the Supreme Court of Ohio - a government authority operating within Ohio. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.

FAQ

Q: What is a Form 21 Motion for Contempt and Affidavit?A: A Form 21 Motion for Contempt and Affidavit is a legal document used in Ohio to request the court to hold someone in contempt for violating a court order.

Q: When is a Form 21 Motion for Contempt and Affidavit used?A: A Form 21 Motion for Contempt and Affidavit is used when someone has disobeyed a court order and you want to ask the court to take action.

Q: What information should be included in a Form 21 Motion for Contempt and Affidavit?A: The Form 21 Motion for Contempt and Affidavit should include details about the court order that was violated, facts about the violation, and any supporting evidence.

Q: What should I do after completing a Form 21 Motion for Contempt and Affidavit?A: Once you have completed the Form 21 Motion for Contempt and Affidavit, you should file it with the court clerk's office and serve a copy on the person you are accusing of contempt.

Q: What happens after filing a Form 21 Motion for Contempt and Affidavit?A: After filing a Form 21 Motion for Contempt and Affidavit, the court will review the motion and may schedule a hearing to determine if contempt has occurred. The person accused of contempt will have a chance to respond at the hearing.