In Minnesota, Grandparents have a right to visitation; however, this right is not absolute. If the custodial parent refuses to agree to visitation, a Court order granting visitation is necessary. However, the Court must determine that:

• Visitation rights would be in the best interest of the child. This can be a number of things the Court would consider, for example, the child’s cultural background and the intimacy of the relationship, and;
• Such visitation would not interfere with the parent-child relationship.

In addition, the Court will take into consideration the amount of personal contact between the parents or grandparents of the party and the child prior to the application.

If you are a grandparent who has been denied visits by the child’s parent(s), you may still be able to see your grandchild.  Contact Holly Frame at Frame Law, LLC to discuss your situation right away.