McDermott v. McDermott

Irwin, Chief Judge.

I. INTRODUCTION

Joni M. McDermott, pro se, appeals the judgment of the district court for Douglas County finding her in contempt and sentencing her to 6 months’ probation. On appeal, Joni challenges the contempt finding, the factual findings of the court supporting the contempt finding, and the order requiring her to pay $930 of the attorney fees incurred by her ex-husband, John A. McDermott. For the reasons stated below, we reverse, and remand with directions.

II. FACTUAL BACKGROUND

On December 23,1997, a second amended parenting plan was filed in the district court. In this…