In Re Custody of Samantha Clare Brown

SWEENEY, J.-- Although there is a lengthy series of events preceding this action, the facts material to the disposition of this case are brief and undisputed. Brian Woods and Denise Brown met in the summer of 1989 and engaged in a sexual relationship. As a result of that relationship, a child was conceived. Mr. Woods acknowledges paternity. He petitioned for permanent custody of the child, Samantha Clare Brown, pursuant to the nonparent custody statute, RCW 26.10, as well as the Uniform Parentage Act, RCW 26.26. The court concluded that placement with the father was in the best interest of the child, granted permanent placement with Mr. Woods, and provided visitation for Ms. Brown in a parenting plan.