Legal Question in Family Law in Virginia
Do grandparents have rights in virginia as far as for petitioning the court for custody when mother is incarcerated and the second cousin is trying to get child
Asked on 5/12/10, 11:00 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael Hendrickson
Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson
Yes, grandparents are recognized in Va. Code Sec. 20-124.1 as persons with a legitimate interest in custody and visitation matters involving their grandchildren.
Answered on 5/17/10, 11:51 pm