Ex Parte Anderson

This is an original habeas corpus proceeding brought by Relator, Gerald D. Anderson, concerning the length of time between the trial court’s pronouncement of contempt and the signing of the contempt and commitment order. Gerald and Sue Anderson were divorced in 1983. As part' of the divorce, Gerald was ordered to pay monthly child support of $500 per child. After a hearing on November 10,1994 on Sue’s motion for enforcement of child support order, the trial court signed an Order Holding Respondent in Contempt for Failure to Pay Child Support, Granting Judgment, and Commitment to County Jail.…