Bennett v. Marrow

OPINION OF THE COURT

O’Connor, J.

There is here presented one of the most difficult and disturbing problems known to the law—the custody of a child. The problem is, of course, compounded when, as here, the conflict rages between the natural mother and a foster mother. The Family Court awarded custody of the child to the foster mother and, after carefully studying this meticulously compiled record, we conclude that the order should be affirmed.

It has long been held that absent grievous cause or necessity requiring displacement or intrusion by the State, the primary right and responsibility for…