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    Jan 13, 2009, 03:11 PM
    Who has custody of child if not married
    Who has custody of child if not married
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    Jan 13, 2009, 03:28 PM

    Whomever has custody. Typically the mother by default, but not always the case.
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    Jan 13, 2009, 03:28 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by leximomma13 View Post
    who has custody of child if not married


    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.
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