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IN THE INTEREST OF R.L.G.

No. 72-810.

274 So.2d 4 (1973)

IN THE INTEREST OF R.L.G., a Child.

District Court of Appeal of Florida, Fourth District.

February 28, 1973.

Attorney(s) appearing for the Case

Robert V. Shea, Coral Gables, for appellant Helen Jean Halsell.

Pierre Lee Steward of Steward & Steward, Orlando, for appellee Elbert L. Gray.

PER CURIAM.

We have reviewed the briefs, record on appeal and heard oral argument and are of the opinion that the order awarding custody to the putative father rather than the natural mother is not supported by competent substantial evidence.

The paramount consideration in the determination of the custody of a child, whether legitimate or illegitimate, is the best interest and welfare of the child. 17 Fla.Jur. Infants...

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