Bienenfeld v. Bennett-White

HARRELL, Judge.

A principal issue raised by this child custody case is whether evidence of the religious views or practices of a party seeking custody may be considered by a court in *493making a custody determination. We hold that such evidence may be considered, along with other factors impacting upon the child’s welfare, if such views or practices are demonstrated to bear upon the physical or emotional welfare of the child. We also hold that the chancellor in the instant case did not abuse his discretion by considering such evidence.

Facts

Appellant, Alice Bienenfeld (hereinafter “the mother”),…