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Grandparent Issues: Alaska
(Provided by: Divorce Source, Inc. Staff)
Grandparent Rights to Visitation:
Divorce pending and in best interest of child.
Title 25, Section 25.24.150 (A.S. §25.24.150)

When Adoption Occurs:
Adoption terminates any rights unless the adoption decree specifically provides for visitation between the adopted child and the natural relatives.
Child Custody Statutes:
Best interest of the child considering:
  1. physical, emotional, mental, religious, and social needs of the child;
  2. capability and desire of each party to meet those needs;
  3. child's preference;
  4. love and affection existing between child and each party;
  5. length of time the child has been in a stable, satisfactory environment, and the desirability of maintaining continuity;
  6. desire and ability of each party to allow an open and loving frequent relationship between the child and other party;
  7. any evidence of domestic violence, child abuse or neglect, or history of violence between the parties;
  8. any evidence of substance abuse by a party or other household member that directly affects the child; or
  9. any other relevant factor. A.S. §25.24.150.
Parents May Choose:
Yes
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