Under what circumstances can a grandparent request custody of a grandchild?
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A grandparent can request custody of their grandchild in New York if they have already been acting as the child’s primary caregiver for an extended period of time (usually at least six months) or if the parents are unable to care for the child due to circumstances such as incarceration, substance abuse, or mental illness.
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