Opinion
NO. 7421DC580
Filed 18 September 1974
Divorce and Alimony 19 — modification of custody order — absence of notice Order modifying previous child custody orders must be vacated where it was entered without notice to defendant.
APPEAL by defendant from Clifford, District Court Judge, 25 February 1974 Session of District Court held in FORSYTH County.
Joseph B. Roberts III for plaintiff appellee.
Forrest A. Ferrell for defendant appellant.
The order from which defendant appeals modifies orders previously entered, after notice and hearing, respecting the custody of minor children of the parties. Defendant's assignment of error is that the present order was entered without notice or the opportunity to be heard. Defendant's exception is well taken. The order is vacated.
Vacated and remanded.
Judges CAMPBELL and PARKER concur.