D. (K.E.) v. C. (M.) [1984] IEHC 24 (26 September 1984)

D. (K.E.) v. C. (M.) [1984] IEHC 24 (26 September 1984)

The court determined custody based on the child's welfare and best interests, considering both parties' suitability.

Citation
[1984] IEHC 24
Parties
Applicant: K. E. D.; Respondent: M. C.
Jurisdiction
Ireland
Judgment Date
26 September 1984
Procedural Posture
Civil / Final Judgment
Outcome
custody granted to applicant
Legal Topics
Child Custody, Guardianship
Family Law Child Custody Guardianship

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Parties

K. E. D.

Applicant

M. C.

Respondent

Procedural Posture

Civil / Final Judgment

Legal Issues

  1. 1 whether custody of the child should be granted to the applicant or respondent

Ratio Decidendi

The court determined custody based on the child's welfare and best interests, considering both parties' suitability.

Court Disposition

custody granted to applicant

Orders

  • applicant awarded custody of the child