All hell broke loose in the trial court Friday afternoon:

"Finally, after several hours of discussion, one group of lawyers representing families said that the court lacked authority to impose any restrictions and that Judge Walther's only choice was simply to vacate her April order granting custody to the state.

Judge Walther then read parts of the Supreme Court's decision that she said did give her authority to place restrictions to provide for the safety of the children. The impasse could not be resolved, and she left the courtroom shortly afterward."

The lawyers weren't even sure the hearing had concluded. Parents are probably filing in the appellate court tomorrow.

NYT