Hearing

The alleged contemnor must appear in person before the court to be afforded the opportunity to respond to the motion for contempt by sworn testimony. The court shall not act upon affidavit alone, absent express waiver by the alleged contemnor of the right to offer sworn testimony. (Amended effective May 1, 2012.) Family Court Rules Advisory Committee Commentary* For the right to counsel in contempt proceedings, see Cox v. Slama, 355 N.W.2d 401 (Minn. 1984). *Original Advisory Committee Comment-Not kept current. Task Force Comment - 1991 Adoption This rule is derived from existing Rule 8.02 of the Rules of Family Court Procedure.