Iowa Grandparents’ Rights Statute

The Iowa Grandparents’ Rights Statute allows grandparents to seek visitation or, in some cases, custody of their grandchildren under certain conditions. If there's been a disruption in the child's relationship with their grandparents, such as divorce or separation of the parents, the grandparents can petition the court for visitation rights. The court will consider the child's best interests, the grandparents' relationship with the child, and other factors before making a decision. This law aims to preserve important family bonds, recognizing the significant role grandparents can play in a child's life.