What can a grandparent do if a custodial parent moves out of state and violates a visitation order?

If a custodial parent moves out of state and violates a visitation order set by a court in Texas, a grandparent may take legal action to ensure the court order is enforced. Under Texas’ Grandparent Rights Law, grandparents can file a Motion for Enforcement in the court that granted the visitation order. The Motion for Enforcement must include details about the visitation violation, including dates and times, as well as any attempts the grandparent has made to contact the custodial parent. If the custodial parent refuses to comply with the court order, the grandparent can then file a Motion for Contempt of Court. This asks the court to find the custodial parent in civil contempt of court and they can face fines or even jail time if found guilty. Grandparents also have the right to pursue compensation from the custodial parent for legal fees and any other costs associated with enforcing the visitation order. If the custodial parent continues to violate the court order, the grandparent can also take action in the state where the custodial parent now lives. Grandparents in this situation have the right to pursue an enforcement action with the court located in the state where the custodial parent moved to. In short, a grandparent does have legal options to protect their visitation rights even if the custodial parent moves out of state. It is important for grandparents to know their rights and to take action promptly to ensure their visits are not disrupted.

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What can a grandparent do if a custodial parent moves out of state and violates a visitation order?

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