Seeking Advice - Can you get parental rights back after they have been terminated?

Custody and Visitation Forum
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I have sole custody of my two kids according to my divorce order, and I control their visitation.

Their mother, who has had serious mental health issues for years, is now back and claims she still has the right to see the kids and know about their lives. I’m not sure if she still has any parental rights. Before I spend money on a lawyer, I want to know if she has any legal grounds.

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Most likely not. You probably won’t be able to reclaim your parental rights after being released from prison if a judge terminated them while you were incarcerated. If a judge has terminated your parental rights, most states do not enable you to regain them.

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Even if you have full custody, your ex-wife may still retain certain visitation rights with the children. It depends on what your divorce papers state and how things stand currently. Here is what to do:

  • Review your divorce documents for information about visitation with your ex.
  • Consider her mental wellbeing. It’s crucial to address any concerns about the safety of the children with her.
  • Keep any proof of her past difficulties safe.

Consult a family law attorney. They can examine your position and the divorce papers to see whether your ex has a legal basis for seeing the children.