Only with yours and the father's consent.
'Signing over their rights to a child' sounds like adoption here. Most states have laws set about who can adopt. Usually people over the age of 25 and / or married couples. Not to say that you cannot adopt under the age of 25, but I do believe that you must be at least 18 to adopt a child in some states. Minors under the age of 18 are not considered adults, and therefore cannot adopt children.
Depending on the state 18 or 21.
18
They have the same rights regarding their child as adults parents have. At 18 they are adults. If they are below 18 they are still in charge regarding their child but their parents are in charge of them because they are not emancipated until they are 18.
Generally, no, but their parents or guardian (if the parents refuse) can do it for them.
NO
Yes, parents are legally responsible for their child under the age of 18. This responsibility includes providing for the child's basic needs such as food, shelter, and healthcare, as well as ensuring their safety and well-being. Parents are also responsible for their child's actions and behavior until they reach the age of majority.
When you are 18, you are an adult by law and no one can adopt you legally.
No, unless the child is legally handicapped, the parents are only responsible for the child's welfare up to the age of 18. If the parents refuse to care for a child under the age of 18, they may be arrested for child neglect.
You can adopt them when they are a baby up until they are 18.
If you are under 18 you are still considered a child and yes, they must be present.
Without parental permission you can leave at 18. Under 18 you will need your parents to give up their parental rights in order for your step parents to adopt you.