Demmond v. Demmond

OPINION

MATTINGLY, Judge

This case presents an issue of first impression: Under Trial Rule 53.3, is the thirty-day time limit for a trial court to rule on a motion to correct error extended by requests for and submission of proposed orders? We answer in the negative and remand.

FACTS AND PROCEDURAL HISTORY

On May 1,1998, the Porter Superior Court entered a Dissolution Decree in the marriage of Joanne Demmond (Wife) and Douglas Demmond (Husband). Husband and Wife filed respective Motions to Correct Error. On July 16, 1998 a hearing was held on those motions and they were taken under advisement.

The…