Massachusetts S1091 allows courts to consider a grandparent's relationship with a minor when determining visitation rights.

Massachusetts S1091 amends the state's laws to allow courts to consider a grandparent's preexisting relationship with a minor when deciding if visitation rights are in the child's best interest. This consideration is not mandatory for awarding visitation rights. The bill applies to cases where the state has custody or a court has awarded temporary guardianship to a non-parent.

Massachusetts S1091 allows courts to consider a grandparent's relationship with a minor when determining visitation rights.

Massachusetts S1091 amends the state's laws to allow courts to consider a grandparent's preexisting relationship with a minor when deciding if visitation rights are in the child's best interest. This consideration is not mandatory for awarding visitation rights. The bill applies to cases where the state has custody or a court has awarded temporary guardianship to a non-parent.