Unfortunately, with the number of divorces escalating at a frightening rate, more and more grandparents just like you are experiencing fear and despondency regarding the fate of their beloved grandchildren.
* You may fear that they are being unduly disciplined by some “stranger” who has moved in with the child’s parent.
* You have heard “inklings” from neighbors, or relatives, or the child, about drugs and parties, and many “friends” coming and going.
* You may have found that they are being "warehoused" in daycare.
* You may realize that they have been "given" to the other Grandparents.
With the number of divorces escalating at a frightening rate, more grandparents are experiencing serious problems involving their grandchildren.
~ You may have difficulty seeing them on a steady basis or you may have been denied visits altogether.
~ You may suspect or even know that they are neglected and possibly abused.
~ You may have found that they are being "warehoused" in daycare.
~ It is not uncommon for grandchildren to have been "given" to the other Grandparents and maybe necessary to go to court to help their grandchildren. This report is designed to let grandparents know their legal rights.
What options do they have concerning their grandchildren?
Factors to Be Considered When Deciding Whether To Go To Court To Assert Your Legal Rights-An Overview of the Whole Process (in language you can understand)Are you going to file for VISITATION or CUSTODY?
Do I have the right to see my grandchildren?
When can I go to court to ask for formal visitation rights?
How do I ask the court for visitation?
Will the child's parents be involved?
What happens next?
Do I get a court hearing right away?
If I go to a hearing, how will the judge decide?
Can the judge's order be changed?
Do I still have rights when my grandchildren are related to me by adoption?
Can I get involved if my grandchild is the subject of a child protection proceeding?
If my grandchild is placed for adoption, will I lose my visitation?
