Revised Code of Washington
2024 Archive

Chapter 26.11 RCW
NONPARENTAL CHILD VISITATIONRELATIVES
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26.11.010Definitions.
26.11.020Petition for visitationCriteriaOngoing and substantial relationship with childRelativesLikelihood of harm to child.
26.11.030VenueFiling requirementsAffidavitNoticeHearingTemporary visitation orders not authorized.
26.11.040Orders granting visitationFactors for consideration by the courtBest interest of the childPresumption in favor of fit parent's decisionRebuttal.
26.11.050Attorneys' feesTransportation costs.
26.11.060Modification or termination of orders granting visitationSubstantial change of circumstances.