Visitation
/ˌvɪzɪˈteɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The right granted by a court or agreement for a noncustodial parent or guardian to visit a child.
The court awarded the father regular visitation rights every weekend.
- (n.) An official or formal visit, often by a person in authority to inspect or examine.
The bishop's visitation to the parish was scheduled for next month.
Forms
- visitations
Related terms
Commentary
In family law, visitation typically refers specifically to the rights of noncustodial parents; precise terms should be used to avoid ambiguity with formal inspections.
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