Legal Question in Family Law in Oregon
grandparent rights to grandchildren
My girlfriends parents have threatened to get visitation rights to our son. But we have done everything possible to let them see our son. My girlfriends split up before our son was born because her dad has a very bad temper and has been abbusive. He has made no atempt to see his grandson. He went on one of his rampages and told me and my girlfriend to come to there house well when we arrived he was yelling and pushed me in front of my son then pushed my girlfriend and told us to get the f out of his house. Then told us he does not need us to see his grandson because he is going to get legal visitation rights. Me and my girlfriend have jobs and a nice rental and no criminal history
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: grandparent rights to grandchildren
His threats are likely just that - Empty Threats. Grandparent rights are very complicated and there is a legal process that will take quite a while. First he would need to serve you with a petition for parenting time supported by actual grounds. The legal basis is that he has a bond with your child and that it is in the child's best interest. Based on what you outlined, he does not have your son's best interest at heart. The underlying belief is that you and your son's Mother have the child's best interest in mind. Remember if either of you decide to allow grandparent time it is your choice. However, if you allow your son to live with his grandparents or spend significant time, you are agreeing to this relationship and he has better grounds for parenting time. It is not possible to outline all of the issues involved, but until he files a petition, you make the decisions for your son. If he files a petition, find an attorney to review the documents and give you advice on your specific circumstances. Good luck.
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