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In this intense family court hearing, Dunham versus Dunham involves competing criminal contempt motions, disputed service, and unresolved discovery issues. The hearing begins with a request to arraign Miss Dunham on a criminal contempt motion and schedule the matter for a future hearing.

Her attorney challenges the motion, arguing that the required Rule 42B notice and proper service were missing. The opposing side maintains that the court can provide the necessary notice and argues that the underlying dispute concerns a previous court order requiring information about property and items allegedly sold, removed, or retained.

The judge reviews the court file and discusses the requirements surrounding criminal contempt proceedings, including notice, service, and the opportunity to prepare a defense. After considering both sides, the judge decides that the safest course is to reset the matter so proper service can be completed and any procedural concerns can be addressed.

The hearing then shifts to discovery. Both sides disagree over whether previously requested information has already been answered and whether additional financial and case-related information remains outstanding. The judge directs the parties to complete, supplement, or formally object to discovery according to the rules.

Several future dates are discussed for pending motions, discovery, and the contested final hearing. Before concluding, the court arranges for the necessary contempt petition to be served while the parties are present, with a not-guilty plea to be entered after service.

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