Grandparents' Custodial Rights

Learn about the definition for this legal term.

What is Grandparents' Custodial Rights?

Generally, primary custodial rights are in the natural parents and grandparents do not have a right to exert custody except where the parents specifically consent or where unusual circumstances, such as neglect, exist.

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