Understanding Grandparents' Visitation Rights in Colorado Navigating family disputes can be incredibly challenging, especially when grandchildren are involved. For many grandparents, the bond with their grandchildren is a source of immense joy and purpose. When that bond is threatened or severed by a child's parents, it can feel devastating. In Colorado, the law recognizes the importance of the grandparent-grandchild relationship, but it also strongly upholds the fundamental rights of parents to raise their children as they see fit. This creates a nuanced legal landscape for grandparents seeking visitation. The Legal Landscape: A High Bar for Intervention Colorado, like many states, operates under the foundational principle that parents have a fundamental right to make decisions regarding the care, custody, and control of their children. This principle is deeply rooted in constitutional law. As such, courts are generally reluctant to interfere with parental...