Legal Question in Family Law in Virginia
Can a parent get visitiation rights after beening out of the child life for 17 years?
Asked on 6/08/11, 6:17 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Michael Hendrickson
Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson
That would most likely be up to the J&DRDC;judge hearing the matter and
the preferences of the child would probably weigh quite heavily in his or
her decision.
Answered on 6/09/11, 6:32 am
Paul B. Ward
Law Offices of Paul B. Ward
In theory, yes. But at age 17 the child has a great deal to say about whether visitation will be set up, and the child is an adult at age 18. May be best to wait to age 18 and try to begin an adult to adult relationship.
Answered on 6/09/11, 7:10 am