In the Matter of the Guard. of S.J.L.

¶ 1 This is an appeal from an order denying a motion to quash and motion to dismiss for lack of jurisdiction and appointing a guardian of a minor child. Based on our review of the record on appeal and applicable law, we vacate the order.

¶ 2 The facts of this case are complicated but involve the custody and guardianship of the minor child, S.J.L. The record indicates that the minor child resided in Custer County. On February 17, 1998, the child’s father, Richard Lloyd, may have killed the child’s mother, Patsy Jo Lloyd.1 On that date, he brought the child to the home of his brother, David…