Q: I would like to know my rights as a grandmother
I have watched my granddaughter everyday sense she was born and provided everything for her except diapers and wipes. She is now three and her parents are getting a divorce.all of a sudden her mother texted me to tell me she would not be coming to drop her off anymore as she put her in day care. She will not respond to my text or calls. I have done nothing wrong. And have not seen my granddaughter for three weeks. She also grew up with her cousins who are 7 and 3. How is this fair to the child or us? And is there anything I can do?
A: Unfortunately, Florida does not recognize the rights of grandparents whatsoever. Under the Florida constitution, parents have an absolute right to privacy to raise their children anyway they see fit so long, of course, as a child is not harmed in anyway. As a grandparent, the only rights you have are through your child, in this case it appears to be your son. The only way you’re going to be able to see your child is when your son has custody of the child. Otherwise, there’s nothing you can do except to support your son through a divorce so that a visitation schedule can be established through the courts. Good luck!
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The State of Florida does not grant grandparents any visitation or custody rights over their grandchildren. Unfortunately, you will only be able to see your grandchild when your son has visitations with the child. If your son is going through a divorce process, he should consult with an attorney so he can get timesharing with the child and you could continue to be the caregiver during his timesharing days if both parents agree.
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