Smith v. Cedano

MEMORANDUM OPINION

This case involves the custody of an infant, Gloria Doris Smith, born May 4, 1987. At issue is whether the best interests of the child require that she remain with her mother, Ines Cedano, or whether she should be placed in the custody of her natural father, Claudius Smith. The Court has jurisdiction to decide this matter pursuant to 4 V.I.C. § 173(d).

FACTS

Gloria Doris Smith is one year old. At the trial of this matter on April 8, 1988, the child appeared healthy, alert and well cared for. Her parents are not married to one another and the nature of their relationship is in…