Ackerman v. Nanfito

Connolly, Judge.

INTRODUCTION

This appeal arises from the appellant’s unsuccessful attempt to obtain custody of her two children by filing a habeas corpus action in district court. The children had been placed in the protective custody of the State pursuant to a court order for immediate custody. The habeas corpus petition was served on the appellee, a hearing was held, and the appellant’s application for habeas corpus relief was denied. We reverse.

FACTS

On April 10, 1992, the Douglas County Attorney’s office (hereinafter State) filed a motion in the separate juvenile court of Douglas County…