In Re the Marriage of Huotari

This appeal is taken from the findings of fact, conclusions of law and order entered by the First Judicial District Court, Broadwater County, on post-dissolution motions filed by Jeffrey Wilford Huotari (Jeff) pertaining to child custody and child support. We affirm in part, reverse in part and remand.

Jeff raises two issues on appeal:

1. Did the District Court abuse its discretion by failing to extend the temporary custody order?

2. Did the District Court err in addressing the merits of Jeff’s motion to modify custody and support?

BACKGROUND

Jeff and Brenda Marie Huotari, now known as Brenda M.…