Non-Parent Visitation

When Can Non-Parents Request Visitation?

Under Nevada law, non-parent visitation is not automatically granted. The court will consider a petition for visitation if the requesting party can show that maintaining a relationship with the child is in their best interests. The court may grant visitation rights to non-parents in situations such as:

• A grandparent or other relative has an established, positive relationship with the child
• One or both parents are deceased, incarcerated, or otherwise unable to care for the child
• The parents are divorced, separated, or unmarried, and the child’s contact with the non-parent has been restricted
• The child previously lived with the non-parent for a significant period and removing that relationship would negatively affect them
• The non-parent played a consistent caregiving role in the child’s life and severing that bond would not be in the child’s best interests

If both parents object to non-parent visitation, the requesting party must present strong evidence that continuing the relationship would benefit the child’s emotional, mental, or physical well-being.

How Courts Determine Non-Parent Visitation Requests

• Courts consider several factors when deciding whether to grant non-parent visitation, including:
• The length and quality of the relationship between the child and the non-parent
• The child’s best interests, including their emotional and developmental needs
• Whether the visitation would interfere with the parent’s rights and decisions
• The reasons why the parent is denying visitation
• Any history of abuse, neglect, or substance abuse that could impact the child’s safety

Because family law prioritizes parental rights, securing non-parent visitation can be challenging without experienced legal representation. Our firm helps clients present a compelling case that demonstrates the importance of maintaining a stable, ongoing relationship with the child.

Protecting Your Bond with a Child You Love

If you have played an essential role in a child’s life and believe that continued visitation is in their best interests, Harding Law Firm, LLC is here to help. We provide dedicated legal support to grandparents, relatives, and other caregivers seeking to preserve their relationship with a child.

Take the Next Step in Seeking Non-Parent Visitation

Every child deserves to have the love and support of the people who care for them. If you are being denied access to a child who has been a meaningful part of your life, contact Harding Law Firm, LLC today to discuss your case and explore your legal options for securing non-parent visitation rights.