J.R.D. v. J.L.D.

Introduction

J.R.D., Jr. (Appellant) appeals from the trial court’s judgment denying his petition for letters of guardianship over the minor J.D.D. (Child) and granting J.L.D.’s (Mother) petition for habeas corpus. We reverse.

Factual and Procedural Background

Appellant and Mother were divorced in 2007 and have a son together. Appellant has had custody of the parties’ son since their divorce. On January 3, 2011, Mother gave birth to her second boy, Child, who is the subject of these proceedings. Although no paternity test has been performed, Child’s biological father is presumed to be E.P., who…