Pennsylvania law allows courts to enforce unpaid alimony and alimony pendente lite through various measures, including judgments, wage garnishments, and contempt proceedings. The law provides specific enforcement options to ensure compliance with court orders for support payments. It also details the court's authority to impose penalties, including imprisonment for willful non-compliance.
Pennsylvania law allows courts to enter judgments, seize property, garnish wages, impose interest, require security, and hold individuals in contempt for unpaid alimony.
Yes, courts can attach up to 50% of a party's wages to satisfy unpaid alimony arrearages.
The court can declare the person in civil contempt and may order imprisonment for up to six months.
Yes, courts can award interest on unpaid alimony installments to encourage timely payments.