Miller,” Deputy Cole said.

“This is a civil matter backed by a certified county seal, and as things stand, no trespass order can be issued without a court hearing.”

Deputy Cole walked back toward the edge of the gravel driveway.

“That custody petition has an official county seal on it, Mr.

Miller,” Cole said, speaking across the roof of his cruiser to Gene.

“I can’t give a trespass warning to someone holding a certified court document without an order from a judge.”

Gene banged his fist down on the hood of his truck, leaving a dull smear on the blue paint.