Full question:
I live in Wyoming. I am the paternal grandfather of my 3-year-old granddaughter. Her mother is denying me visitation. I am very much attached to my granddaughter. What is the legal remedy available to get visitation rights?
- Category: Divorce
- Subcategory: Grandparents Visitation
- Date:
- State: Wyoming
Answer:
In Wyoming, a grandparent can file a legal action against anyone who has custody of their minor grandchild to seek reasonable visitation rights. The court will consider whether visitation is in the child's best interest and whether it significantly impairs the parents' rights. If the court finds in favor of the grandparent, it will grant reasonable visitation rights. This process is outlined in Wyo. Stat. § 20-7-101. Additionally, if a guardian ad litem is appointed by the court, the grandparent is responsible for the associated fees and expenses.
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