Virginia § 63.2-912 - Visitation of child placed in foster care
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 63.2-912 — Visitation of child placed in foster care, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 63.2-912. Visitation of child placed in foster care
The circuit courts and juvenile and domestic relations district courts shall have the authority to grant visitation rights to the natural parents, siblings, and grandparents of any child entrusted or committed to foster care if the court finds (i) that the parent, sibling, or grandparent had an ongoing relationship with the child prior to his being placed in foster care and (ii) it is in the best interests of the child that the relationship continue. The order of the court committing the child to foster care shall state the nature and extent of any visitation rights granted as provided in this section.
Source: official Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 63.2-912
What does Code of Virginia § 63.2-912 cover?
Section 63.2-912 ("Visitation of child placed in foster care") is part of the Code of Virginia, the codified statutory law of Virginia. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Virginia § 63.2-912?
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