Who has custody of child if not married

Whomever has custody. Typically the mother by default, but not always the case.

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Originally Posted by leximomma13

who has custody of child if not married

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The mother unless and until the father applies to Court for custody and proves she is unfit. If she is not, then it could be shared custody or physical custody.

The mother has "possession" of the child so she has control.