Burleigh Cty. Social Service Bd. v. Rath

Summary

The North Dakota Supreme Court affirmed the district court’s order finding Mark Rath in civil contempt for unpaid child support, holding that he was not entitled to appointed counsel, that the court did not abuse its discretion in denying a continuance, that his support obligation continued despite temporary custody by the state, that laches does not bar enforcement of arrearages, that the State and custodial parent have standing to collect past‑due support, and that the Federal Consumer Credit Protection Act does not apply to child‑support enforcement.