Legal Question in Family Law in Maryland

custody

does a grandmother have legal custody of a grand child if mother can not provide for child


Asked on 12/18/07, 11:16 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Robert Sher Wagshal and Sher

Re: custody

No. The parent always has custody until a court order directs it elsewhere. The grandmother could apply to a court for a guardianship over the grandchild, and if the mother consents it would probably be awarded.

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Answered on 12/18/07, 11:37 am
Bill Wood Law Office of William C. Wood, LLC

Re: custody

No, custody is granted via court order. It does not automatically attach to the person who is caring for the child.

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Answered on 12/18/07, 11:37 am


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