Are grandparents entitled to visitation rights?

In Alaska, grandparents can be entitled to visitation rights depending on the circumstances. Generally, if the parents are unmarried or divorced, a grandparent can file for visitation rights. Additionally, if a child is in state custody, a grandparent can file for visitation rights if the child has lived with them for at least six months within a year prior to the filing. The court will consider the best interests of the child when determining if a grandparent should have visitation rights. Factors like the relationship between the grandparent and the child, the grandparent’s availability to provide care and guidance, and the strength of the relationship between the parent and grandparent are all taken into consideration. If the court finds that the adoption of a grandparent’s visitation is in the best interest of the child, then the grandparents will be granted reasonable visitation rights. Grandparents’ visitation rights can be denied if the court finds that it would not be in the best interest of the child. Additionally, if the grandparent was previously convicted of a felony relating to child abuse, the grandparent may not be granted visitation rights. Grandparents seeking visitation rights in Alaska should consider consulting with an attorney, as each case is different and should be treated on an individual basis. Additionally, a grandparent should also consider filing a petition in the court to have the visitation rights granted.

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