In Brief
The Supreme Court examined a criminal appeal challenging an order directing the appellants to hand over custody of a child. The Judicial Magistrate's order had been affirmed by the High Court. The Supreme Court found that custody proceedings were pending in the Family Court. It held that the interim custody order should remain in effect until the Family Court issues final orders, which both parties must follow. The appeal was disposed of with these directions.
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