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flashersenpai 10 points ago +10 / -0

You would be interested in the Custody of Infants Act of 1839. It's the origin of the Tender Years Doctrine that established default maternal custody.

Fathers used to have default custody because they were, by default, financially liable for most things.

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AlohaChris 7 points ago +7 / -0

Even if mom is a derelict drug addict or alcoholic, The burden of proof is on you as a father. She will still get default custody.