Want to see grandchild more: Can I ask the court for grandparent rights in Michigan?

Feb 24th, 2010, 07:23 PM

Can I ask the court for grandparent rights in Michigan? I get to see my grandchild once in awhile every few months, but it's never enough.

130smartchick · Feb 24th, 2010, 08:25 PM

Michigan has very specific laws regarding grandparent visitation.

Basically if mom and dad are married, your best bet is to make nice with them as Michigan courts won't rule in your favor. If the parents are unmarried but together and fit parents, if they oppose the motion, you lose.

In both of the above cases you will lose what time you get if you file.

In other situations the courts go case by case but you are the one who has to prove your involvement would benefit the children.

Feb 25th, 2010, 08:44 AM

The quick and simple answer is yes, you can. The outcome is not what you asked for. You asked if you could ask. You can.

Feb 24th, 2010, 07:23 PM	#1
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Feb 24th, 2010, 08:25 PM	#2
130smartchick Veteran Member Country: Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Halfway between here and there Posts: 260	re: Want to see grandchild more: Can I ask the court for grandparent rights in Michigan? Michigan has very specific laws regarding grandparent visitation. Basically if mom and dad are married, your best bet is to make nice with them as Michigan courts won't rule in your favor. If the parents are unmarried but together and fit parents, if they oppose the motion, you lose. In both of the above cases you will lose what time you get if you file. In other situations the courts go case by case but you are the one who has to prove your involvement would benefit the children. __________________ There is no "we" here. It is his kid and her kid. You my friend, are just the current bed-warmer. If your boss treats you like dirt, quit. You can't sue him for your low self-esteem. Yes, we do have all the reproductive rights. We also have all the reproductive responsibilities. Care to try those on for size, big boy?
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Feb 25th, 2010, 08:44 AM	#3
Unregistered Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Want to see grandchild more: Can I ask the court for grandparent rights in Michig The quick and simple answer is yes, you can. The outcome is not what you asked for. You asked if you could ask. You can.
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