courtordered

Court-ordered is an adjective describing something mandated by a court through an official court order. Court orders are written directives issued by judges or courts in civil, criminal, family, or administrative proceedings, and they bind the parties to perform or refrain from specified actions. The phrase court-ordered refers to the obligation described in such an order, and it is commonly used to describe requirements, notices, or remedies that must be followed.

Common examples include court-ordered child support or alimony in family law; court-ordered mediation, discovery, or deadlines in civil litigation; and court-ordered treatment or commitment in criminal or mental health cases. It is also used for injunctions, restraining orders, probation conditions, restitution, and mandated community service.

Enforcement and modification aspects: Failure to comply with a court-ordered directive can lead to contempt of court, fines, jail time, or other sanctions. Parties may seek modification, termination, or clarification of a court order through motions, appeals, or subsequent orders, subject to the court's discretion and procedural rules. Some orders are temporary, known as interim or preliminary orders, and may be replaced by permanent provisions later.

Notes: The exact powers and remedies associated with a court order depend on jurisdiction and the governing rules of procedure. The term court-ordered is widely used in legal reporting and documentation to distinguish obligations mandated by a judicial authority from voluntary actions.