Fathers Visitation Rights Louisiana

Summary

In Louisiana, courts prioritize the childs best interest when determining visitation rights. Factors include the childs wishes, the noncustodial parents absence duration, and reasons for absence, such as past drug addiction. The court may order supervised visitation if deemed appropriate.

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My son's father has not been in my son's life for 8 years my son is nine. I have full custody. He wants to try to get visitations rights back. He has not have had any contact into it for he
Hello Brittany, it's important to know your location as laws vary. Generally, courts prioritize the child's best interest. The noncustodial parent has the right to petition for visitation, but the court will consider factors like the length of absence and reasons for it.
He just started messaging him Visa voice message on Facebook
Hello Brittany, in which jurisdiction do you reside? This is necessary because family laws differ across various locations.
But I stopped it because my son did not want to talk to him no more
Hello Brittany, it seems like you're dealing with a complicated situation. May I know which state are you in? The rules vary by location and the court will consider your son's wishes depending on his age.
Lafayette Louisiana
Hello Brittany, in Louisiana:
- Court considers the child's best interest for visitation rights.
- The court can take the child's wishes into account if they're considered mature enough.
- The noncustodial parent can petition for visitation, but the court will consider their absence duration and reasons.
Can he still get supervised visitation without meeting my son for 8 years and my child is nine
In Louisiana, it is possible but not guaranteed. The court will consider factors like:
- The child's best interest
- The child's wishes, if mature enough
- The noncustodial parent's absence duration and reasons
The final decision rests with the court.
His reason was because he was addicted to drugs
In Louisiana, the court will consider the father's past addiction when determining visitation rights. His willingness to stay clean and provide a safe environment for your son will be crucial. The court may order supervised visitation if deemed appropriate.