Supervised Visitation Rules Explained

Summary

In Tennessee, an 18-year-old can potentially supervise visitation, but its up to the court or involved parties to decide. If you have concerns about your childrens living situation, report to the local Department of Children’s Services or request a custody order modification. For free or low-cost legal help, consider Legal Aid of East Tennessee, Knoxville Bar Associations Lawyer Referral Service, or the University of Tennessee Legal Clinic.

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I have supervised visits with my * sons. One will be * soon and i was wondering once he turns * if he can supervise my visits with my other son?
Hello ****, the rules on who can supervise visitation vary by location. Could you please tell me where you are located so I can provide accurate information?
Knoxville tn
In Tennessee:
- When a child turns *, they're legally an adult and can potentially supervise visits.
- However, it's generally up to the court or parties involved to decide this.
- It's best to consult your attorney or local court for more specific guidance.
What if i have concerns about the family they are living with?
If you have concerns regarding the safety of your children, you can:
- Report your concerns to the local Department of Children’s Services in Tennessee.
- Ask your attorney to request a modification of the custody order based on your concerns.
I can't afford an attorney. Are there attorney's out there can can help at little or no cost.
Yes, there are options for free or low-cost legal help:
- Legal Aid of East Tennessee: They provide free services to eligible individuals.
- Knoxville Bar Association: They have a Lawyer Referral Service that may help.
- University of Tennessee Legal Clinic: They sometimes offer free legal services.
Thank you
You're welcome, ****! If you have any more questions in the future, don't hesitate to contact us. We're here to help. Good luck with everything.