Full question:
I am the paternal grandfather of a 6-year-old granddaughter. We all were residing together in Kentucky. Due to the alcoholism of my son I ousted him and his wife from my house. I have a strong affection to my granddaughter. Her parents are not allowing me to visit her. Am I entitled to have visitation with my granddaughter?
- Category: Minors
- Subcategory: Grandparent Visitation
- Date:
- State: Kentucky
Answer:
In Kentucky, grandparents can seek visitation rights under certain conditions. The court may grant these rights if it is in the child's best interests. The law aims to maintain important family relationships despite conflicts. If a grandparent is physically, mentally, and morally fit, contact with them is usually beneficial for the child.
According to KRS § 405.021:
- The Circuit Court can grant reasonable visitation rights to grandparents if it serves the child's best interests.
- The action must be filed in the Circuit Court of the county where the child lives.
- If a child's parent (the grandparent's child) is deceased and the grandparent has taken on their child support obligations, they may also seek visitation rights, unless the court finds it not in the child's best interest.
If visitation is denied, the grandparent is not responsible for child support.
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