What are Visitation Rights?

The parent who does not have custody usually is entitled to visit the child and to have the child visit. The amount of time for such visitations depends largely upon the child’s age and practical limitations such as how far apart the parents live.
As in the case of custody rights, visitation rights may be determined by the agreement of the parties or by court order. In certain limited circumstances, grandparents also have the right to ask the court to set visitation times with their grandchildren. If the parent with custody refuses to allow visitation with the other parent, it may be obtained by filing a petition with the court.

How Can I Locate an Attorney if I
Have Custody, Visitation or Support Problems?

If you have to retain a private attorney and do not know how to find one, you should contact the N.C. Lawyer Referral Service which is listed in the yellow pages of your telephone directory under “Attorneys.”
If you do not believe you can afford a private lawyer, you should contact the Legal Services Office in your county. Each county also has a child support enforcement agency you may contact for help in obtaining child support.