2006-08-26 09:02:51 · 7 answers · asked by tearsNheaven 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
Grandparents have precious few rights as against parents (their child and son/daughter in-law).
As against the rest of the world they might have a few with respect to the grandchild.
AARP is your friend. And see the links below:
2006-08-26 09:05:44 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, I don't think grandparents have rights. My understanding is that it is up to your child to obtain rights and then make arrangements with you for visitation during the time your child is with your grandchild.
I had a friend who had a grandson that was not being raised correctly. She was able to get her son and his wife/girlfriend to sign over rights to her. There are grandparent organizations that are focused on dealing with these kinds of issues.
You might want to consult a few divorce lawyers in your state to see what they think your rights are. District and County courts differ on a variety of issues so before talking to a lawyer find out which court would rule on your case and then find an attorney with experience in your court. You can get names from looking at divorce court files through the county clerk. Sometimes these courts have pro se (free) attorneys available as well. You can also state that you want to read the law pertaining to grandparents rights and ask where that law might be. My guess is that nothing is stated about grandparents rights in most state law. My experience is that lawyers all have different views on a variety of issues and sometimes their views differ because they have operated under different judges who rule differently. Be aware that there are some lawyers who do not have a full practice who may want to string you along and who may give you false hope in order to obtain a retainer and keep on billing you. If you talk to a few lawyers be very careful with your questioning so you can avoid this type of lawyer. Ask how many times they have obtained rights for grandparents and under what circumstances.
2006-08-26 09:19:59 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, they do. The AARP website may have information, but just google a search of "grandparent rights" with your state and see what comes up.
2006-08-26 09:06:07 · answer #3 · answered by Big Bear 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, I don't think that is true. I don't believe grandparents have rights in california. You'd have to check each state to be sure.
2006-08-26 09:04:39 · answer #4 · answered by Rawrrrr 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's sad but in the state of North Carolina I don't believe they have any rights here either..Years ago they did but I was told they no longer do..If your talking about the rights to see your grandchildren..I don't believe that can no longer be inforced in N.C...Sure hope where you live the law is different..
2006-08-26 09:12:14 · answer #5 · answered by Just Dreamin' 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no it is not I am in Sc we have them and right above us in Nc they don't have them.... They are called Grandparent rights.. You should check in to them with your local City hall or the best place to find out is lawyers... they always no stuff like that
2006-08-26 09:06:22 · answer #6 · answered by scarlett_bytch 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, it's not true. But it should be!
2006-08-26 09:04:47 · answer #7 · answered by lizardmama 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋