If there is no parenting plan and my son’s bio father has had no contact with him in almost 2 years, do I have to let him have visitation now that he has asked?
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If there is no parenting plan and my son’s bio father has had no contact with him in almost 2 years, do I have to let him have visitation now that he has asked?
Asked on January 22, 2013 under Family Law, Washington
Answers:
B.H.F., Member, Texas State Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
If there is not a legal, court order that says he is entitled to visitation, you do not have to let your son go with the bio father. If you do want to foster the relationship, I would suggest that you only do supervised visits at this point so that he doesn't take off with your child. It will also be easier on your son to gradually get to know his father.
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