Grandparents play a vital role in their grandchildren’s lives and can develop strong bonds that last a lifetime. There can be circumstances when the parents can deny access to their children, and in those situations, the Grandparents often ask what rights they have in terms of visitations and conservatorship.
In the video, Atty. Tyler Monahan of Turner-Monahan, PLLC, elaborates on the question of whether Grandparents have rights in Texas. All case evaluations at Turner Monahan PLLC and suggestions that the attorneys make are in the light of Texas Family Law. This content is for educational purposes only.
Grandparents and Child Custody
Grandparent rights are controlled by the Texas family code. There have been specific statutes that have been enacted based upon a case out of the Supreme Court called Troxel.
There are very narrow and specific definitions of when a grandparent has the ability to have visitation rights and or to have conservatorship rights. The conservatorship rights mean that a child goes and resides with those grandparents as the primary custodial nonparent of that child.
If you’re in that situation, you definitely want to contact an attorney and speak to them about their understanding of how grandparent access and conservatorship rights work.
Grandparents’ Rights Under The Texas Family Code
Under Texas Family Code Section 153.432, a biological or adoptive grandparent may request possession or access to a grandchild; Section 153.433 describes the conditions that must be met before the court will consider granting an order.
- Texas Family Code, Chapter 153
Describes in detail court orders concerning conservatorship, possession, and access to the child’s life. Subchapter H discusses grandparents’, aunts’, or uncles’ rights. - Texas Family Code, Chapter 156
Explains how to modify an order pertaining to child possession, access, or support.
In addition to the above, we have a detailed blog post on “How Can A Grandparent Overcome And Become The Conservator Of The Children As A Parent?”. It discusses the Troxel Case and its analysis along with a statute from the Texas Family Code regarding the “Possession Of Or Access To Grandchild”. Read here.
Hire An Experienced Texas Family Attorney
The best way to find out what your rights as a grandparent might be is to speak to a family law attorney near you. At Turner-Monahan PLLC, we handle a wide range of family law matters, including custody, guardianship, and adoption.
Our lawyers can assist you in deciding what you should do and provide you with valuable legal advice so that you can have a close relationship with your grandchild. Schedule a free, no-obligation consultation with attorney Tyler Monahan to discuss the details.
Check our website for more information about our services. Plus, don’t forget to go through our blog to find out more regarding your case. There is tons of information on divorce and answers to unique questions like “What Happens If The Custodial Parent Moves Out Of The Custody Region?”
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Divorce cases are unique, so you will have many questions. To save you time and hassle, here are some topics that revolve around the area. For more information, contact our firm, Turner-Monahan, PLLC.
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Disclaimer
The commentary and opinions are for informational and educational purposes only and not to provide legal advice. You should contact an attorney in your state to obtain legal advice concerning any particular issue or problem. You can become a client and enter the attorney-client privilege only after hiring Turner-Monahan, PPLC, by signing a written retainer agreement.
