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Does the parent want to relinquish parental rights or is it that the other parent wants FULL Custody, with no rights to the other parent?
In CA check out Loudin v. Olpin Louden v. Olpin ["Louden"] (1981) 118 Cal.App.3d 565 , 173 Cal.Rptr. 447 on the internet at http://login.findlaw.com/scripts/callaw?dest=ca/calapp3d/118/565.html You do have to register for free to view it. Bascially it says that the non-custodial parent can't be forced to visit the child.
If a parent wants nothing to do with the child - whats to stop him from abandoning the child? He/she would still be responsible for child support.
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∙ 14y agoAssuming you're talking about parental rights (which is a different thing than custodial/visitation rights)... If you're in the US, not only do both parents have to agree, a judge has to agree too. Most judges will not agree unless there is someone else who is willing to assume those parental rights (ie Mom has married and her new husband wants to adopt the child). The reason behind this--the courts do no feel it is in the best interest of a child to leave them fatherless.
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Can the biological father relinquish parental rights to his child if the mother's new husband is willing to accept the responsibility?
The biological father would not need to adopt his own child. He would petition the court for full custody of the minor child and assuming the court deemed him fit for parenting he would become the sole custodian.
In Illinois how do you sign over parental rights to a non family member?
Both biological parents will need to file a Termination of Parental Rights petition with the court that has jurisdiction. If the TPR is granted, the individual who wishes to become the legal guardian or adopt the minor child must also follow the legal procedure as required by the state in which the minor child is a resident.
Can father relinquish parental rights AZ?
Yes. Such an action must be filed in the court of jurisdiction (where the child legally resides). However termination of parental rights does not automatically terminate child support obligations. This usually happens only if the child is being adopted. All that termination of rights will accomplish is ending the right to see their child or have any say-so in their lives.
In Kentucky can father sign over parental rights without the mother agreeing?
If you are looking to sign over your parental rights in Kentucky, you need to contact the family courts that deal with child welfare. Signing over your rights should only be done in extreme situations and in most cases you are then required to pay child support to the state.
Do you have legal rights to visit your nieces and nephews?
In general, no, you do not have legal rights with respect to nieces and nephews unless you were their primary guardian at one time.
Does the father need to relinquish parental rights in order for the child to be adopted?
Yes, both parents do.
Does the parent who relinquished his parental rights have to pay child support in Texas?
In this case even if both have agreed that the husband would relinquish his parental rights , then there is no need to support the child even in texas.
What papers need to be filed in order to relinquish parental rights?
In general, parental rights are terminated either preparatory to an adoption, or after a trial in which it is determined that the parent is unfit. In any case, termination of parental rights does not, in itself, terminate child support.
Do you need a lawyer if a parent is willingly wanting to sign their parental rights away?
yes
How do you sign over parental rights in CA?
In the state of California, a person goes to court to sign over their parental rights. Many people believe that by signing over their parental rights relinquishes them from having to pay child support, this is incorrect unless the child is adopted.
How does a single mother in Mexico relinquish parental rights to her grandmother and after how does she transfer the rights to her son and i in the states?
You need to consult with an attorney.You need to consult with an attorney.You need to consult with an attorney.You need to consult with an attorney.
How does parental mother relinquish her rights to father and step mother for step mother adoption?
A person cannot force a parent to relinquish his or her rights to their minor children, only a court can permanently terminate parental rights. A biological parent can file a petition for the Voluntary Termination of Parental Rights in state court in the city or county where they live. The judge decides if the petition should be granted based upon what is best for the child or children that are involved. Another option to consider, go to the State Welfare office and ask to have his alimony and/or child support paid directly to them and have THEM issue the check. Men tend to be a little more punctual when they know the State is looking over their shoulder.
If a parent gives kinship rights to a relative does she lose her rights over her child?
In most states you will lose you parental rights and if you want it back generally you will need a lawyer.
How do you regain custody or parental rights after being coerced into signing over rights to your grandmother?
You need a good lawyer and have to go back to court. Coercion is hard to prove. You have to try for the parental rights first but courts are not that keen on giving it back. They are scared you might do it again and they think about the child. Talk to a lawyer about your chances.
Do you need a lawyer to accept parental rights?
No you don't. No court or legal process requires a lawyer, it is however a good ideal - more so if you don't understand what is going on.
Where do you go to sign your rights over in Virginia?
You would need to petition the family court in the county of jurisdiction over the case and provide clear and compelling reasons why parental rights should be terminated. If the child in question isn't being put up for adoption, this will not be an easy thing to do. You cannot relinquish parental rights "just because" although the courts may involuntarily terminate parental rights in very specific and dire circumstances.
How would a father give up his paternal rights to the mother?
In general, parental rights are terminated either preparatory to an adoption, or after a trial in which it is determined that the parent is unfit. In any case, termination of parental rights does not, in itself, terminate child support.
