C an G randparents G et V isitation or C ustodial R ights ?
Virginia law does not recognize an independent right of grandparents to see and visit their grandchildren without the consent of the parents, but grandparents can petition the court for visitation or custodial rights. Any nonparent who wants visitation with a child must have a legitimate interest, and the state of Virginia recognizes grandparents as having such an interest. If both parents oppose the grandparent’s visitation, the grandparent must prove that denial of visitation could result in actual harm to the child. This can be very difficult to prove and often requires a mental health expert to provide testimony. If one parent agrees to visitation while the other does not, the grandparent must prove by clear and convincing evidence that their visitation is in the best interest of the child. They’ll look at factors like age, physical and mental well-being, and the needs of the child among other things.
For a grandparent to gain custody of their grandchild, there must be extreme circumstances that warrant such a drastic measure. The grandparent must provide clear and convincing evidence that the parent is unfit, there was voluntary relinquishment, the parent abandoned the child, or a few other special circumstances. Even if the grandparent can prove the parents aren’t fit to raise the child, they still will need to prove that gaining custody of their grandchild is in the best interest of the child. Sometimes, parents feel they are unable to take care of their children and give permission to the grandparents to take custody of the children. If you find yourself in this situation, you need to make sure the agreement is in a court order. If you have any questions about custody rights or are in need of representation, give our office a call today.
For many kids, there’s nothing more special than their relationship with their grandparents, and there are many grandparents who feel the same way. But there are situations where the grandparents are pushed to the side and are unable to see their grandchildren. Parents and guardians may give various reasons why the grandparents can’t see the kids, but it’s left many to wonder if grandparents have visitation or custodial rights.
Halloween is just around the corner. You’ll soon have trick-or- treaters approaching your door requesting a healthy share of candy. Before then, you may want to go out and feel the thrills of the season yourself, but maybe you’re someone who doesn’t enjoy the cramped spaces of haunted houses. You don’t have to step indoors to experience a spooky attraction though. There are plenty of outdoor Halloween attractions to check out, and below are three of the most thrilling. Zombie Paintball We’ve all watched a scary movie and thought we could do better than some of the characters in these extreme situations. Now is your chance to prove it. There are zombie paintball courses throughout the country, and they can be a great time for everyone involved. You’ll step aboard a bus or trailer outfitted with paintball guns and proceed along a course full of zombies and creatures. Before long, your friends and family will get into the competitive spirit to see who can hit the most targets. G et O ut of the (H aunted ) H ouse
WITH THESE 3 OUTDOOR HALLOWEEN ATTRACTIONS
Haunted Corn Maze Haunted houses are great if you’re trying to experience some jump scares. But if you want to get the haunted house experience in an outdoor setting, you should check out a haunted corn maze. You’ll hear screams coming from all around to help amp up the fear. It’s also a great way to get some exercise! Haunted Hayride So, what if you want the best of both worlds? You may want to feel scared without walking through a maze or using a paintball gun. That’s where haunted hayrides come in. On a haunted hayride, you’ll hop aboard a platform that’s being towed by a tractor or truck as they take you through a dark forest and possibly some barns. Performers will be woven throughout to provide scares at the perfect moments. It’s a great way to get the classic Halloween experience without having to walk through a house or maze.
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