Quinn v. Hanks

This is a habeas corpus proceeding to determine the custody of Judy Jean Bristol, infant daughter of Jean Bristol Quinn and her former husband, Jack Bristol. The proceeding was instituted by Jean Bristol Quinn, named as petitioner, against Julia A. Hanks and Carlos B. Hanks, and Nona White, as probation officer of Marion county, Oregon, named as respondents. From a decree sustaining the writ and awarding custody of said child to the petitioner, the respondents Julia A. Hanks and Carlos B. Hanks appeal.

In passing, we suggest that in habeas corpus proceedings the person applying for the writ…