F Representation v [2002] JRC 174 (25 September 2002)

F Representation v [2002] JRC 174 (25 September 2002)

The mother, being domiciled in Jersey, is entitled by Jersey law to custody, care and control of her illegitimate child. There is no need for a declaratory judgment as the legal position is clear and undisputed.

Citation
[2002] JRC 174
Parties
Applicant: F; Respondent: E
Jurisdiction
Jersey
Judgment Date
25 September 2002
Procedural Posture
Representation / Final Judgment
Outcome
representation dismissed
Legal Topics
Custody of Illegitimate Child, Parental Responsibility, Domicile
Family Law Private International Law Custody of Illegitimate Child Parental Responsibility Domicile

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Parties

F

Applicant

E

Respondent

Procedural Posture

Representation / Final Judgment

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether the mother is entitled to custody, care and control of her illegitimate child under Jersey law
  2. 2 Whether a declaratory judgment is appropriate in the circumstances

Ratio Decidendi

The mother, being domiciled in Jersey, is entitled by Jersey law to custody, care and control of her illegitimate child. There is no need for a declaratory judgment as the legal position is clear and undisputed.

Court Disposition

representation dismissed