Ex Parte Bernie Joel Finnegan, Jr.

Finnegan, Ex Parte

IN THE

TENTH COURT OF APPEALS

No. 10-95-292-CV

EX PARTE BERNIE JOEL FINNEGAN, JR.,

Relator

Original Proceeding

O P I N I O N

This is an original habeas corpus petition brought by Bernie Joel Finnegan, Jr., relator. He contends that the civil contempt order issued against him in the 66th District Court of Hill County is void. We agree and grant the writ.

On June 13, 1995, the Honorable F.B. McGregor, Jr., signed a warrant authorizing the search of Finnegan's home. Sought to be seized by law enforcement officials were (1) pit bulldogs allegedly owned by Finnegan and his wife, Melissa,…