Autrey v. Highbaugh

STOKER, Judge.

This is a suit for change of custody. The plaintiff-mother seeks custody of her six year old daughter, Kimberly, who is presently in the custody of the defendant-father.

In April 1977 the plaintiff filed a petition for separation against the defendant in which she asked for custody of Kimberly. The defendant answered and reconvened asserting his right to divorce based on plaintiff’s alleged adultery. In October 1977 a judgment was rendered granting defendant a divorce and custody of Kimberly. This judgment did not grant visitation rights to the plaintiff. In September 1978…