(a) The Tribal Court may grant visitation rights or the care, custody, and control of a child to a stepparent and/or any extended family member when consistent with Yurok community standards and in the best interests of the child. Sole physical/legal custody of a child shall not be granted to an extended family member to the exclusion of a natural or adoptive parent absent a determination that continuation in the home of the parent would be contrary to the welfare of the child.

(b) A person other than a natural or adoptive parent may petition the Tribal Court for visitation rights or intervene in a proceeding under this chapter at any time.

(c) The Court may modify an order granting or denying visitation rights or custody in accordance with YTC 13.25.160. [Ord. 50 § 5.4, adopted, 3/23/2017.]