23 Jun 2020
CCKY CCT
- Citation
- WA-24F-79-03/2018 (Mahkamah Tinggi)
- Court
- High Court
- Case number
- WA-24F-79-03/2018 (Mahkamah Tinggi)
The court applied the welfare principle and the s.88(3) presumption for a child under seven: the mother was the primary caregiver and the father failed to rebut the presumption by credible evidence. Consequently sole custody, care and control was awarded to the mother while guardianship was granted jointly to both parents to ensure parental responsibility for support, health and education. Maintenance was set on the parties' means and needs: interim child maintenance RM5,300/month and interim spousal maintenance RM2,000/month (with specified payment mechanics), arrears and interest ordered, e…