D.C. Code § 16-831.10

Current through codified legislation effective October 30, 2024

Section 16-831.10 - Effect of a third-party custody order

An order awarding physical or legal custody of a child to a third party shall not terminate the parent and child relationship, including:

(1) The right of the child to inherit from his or her parent;

(2) The parent's right to visit or contact the child, except as limited by court order;

(3) The parent's right to consent to the child's adoption;

(4) The parent's right to determine the child's religious affiliation; and

(5) The parent's responsibility to provide financial, medical, and other support for the child.

D.C. Code § 16-831.10

Sept. 20, 2007, D.C. Law 17-21, § 2(b), 54 DCR 6835; Mar. 25, 2009, D.C. Law 17-353, § 217(k), 56 DCR 1117.