Barnes v. Barnes

BRIDGES, P.J.,

for the Court.

¶ 1. In August of 2000 Linda Y. Barnes filed a complaint for divorce from George N. Barnes on the grounds of adultery, habitual cruel and inhuman treatment and habitual drunkenness. She also requested a hearing for temporary relief and a temporary restraining order. In February of 2001 Linda filed a motion for contempt based on George’s failure to pay the ordered temporary support.

¶ 2. In George’s answer he alleged habitual cruel and inhuman treatment and irreconcilable differences. The case was continued six times due to George’s failure to appear at the hearing.…