Legal Question in Family Law in Virginia

Re: Custody of minor granddaughter

You as the grandmother of the child could file for custody and if your son did not oppose your taking custody, under the circumstances which you've described, it's likely that the court would grant you custody of your son's daughter as being in her best interests.

As the grandmother and person with a clear legitimate interest in this matter, you are more likely to be found as a suitable custodian for this child than are some "friends" who are not related to her.

Re: Custody of minor granddaughter

I'm a little confused why friends are taking this child and you as the grandparent are not. Nevertheless, it's not as easy as them signing papers. Cusody has to be approved by the Court. Someone has to file a petition for custody in the Juvenile & Domestc Relations Court. If mother and father both agree they can ener into a Consent Order and then submit it to th Judge to endorse. If anyone objects than a hearing has to be held and the Judge will decide what is in the child's best interests. The Court will apoint a Guardian for the child to potect the child's interests.

Hope this answers your question.