Rodgers v. Gray

Gregory, Justice:

This is a child custody dispute. The Family Court ordered custody changed from appellant father to respondent mother. We reverse.

On July 16, 1981, the parties separated. Appellant received custody of the two minor children pursuant to a separation agreement, and then by the divorce decree issued November 4, 1981.

The divorce was granted on the grounds of adultery. It is undisputed that respondent had numerous extramarital affairs. Shortly after the divorce, she married one of her paramours.

In July 1982, respondent petitioned the Family Court for a change in custody. The Court…