Mo. Rev. Stat. § 211.177

Current with changes from the 2023 Legislative Session
Section 211.177 - Grandparent's right to intervene in action, restrictions, termination
1. A grandparent shall have a right to intervene in any proceeding initiated pursuant to the provisions of this chapter, in which the custody of a grandchild is in issue, unless the juvenile judge decides after considering a motion to intervene by the grandparent that such intervention is against the best interest of the child.
2. The right of a grandparent to intervene pursuant to the provisions of this section may terminate upon the adoption of the child except where the child is adopted by a stepparent, another grandparent or other blood relative.

§ 211.177, RSMo

L. 1993 S.B. 180 § 1, A.L. 1994 S.B. 657