Langford v. Langford

"William Green Langford, appellant, was found guilty by the Chancery Court of Chickasaw County, of criminal contempt, and sentenced to thirty days in jail. Appellee, Mrs. Canzy Lanora Langford, obtained a divorce from appellant in 1961, custody of the children, and a decree of $200 per month for child support for two children and alimony. Appellant was also directed to pay a $500 debt against the home and a $200 conditional sale contract.

In January 1963, appellee filed a petition requesting the court to hold defendant in criminal contempt of court. The petition alleged that defendant was…