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Since each state has its own laws governing such an action, it is hard to say without knowing where you live. There is however nothing quick about the process. Judges are not that open to letting either parent just "quit". Unless there is clear evidence that the parent is unfit, as in a convicted felon, chemical abuser, obviously child molester/abuser, etc... As far as expense, there are organizations that might help with the process and charge what you can afford. Most Family Law attorneys offer free consultations.
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Can my husband get parental rights when biological father is in jail?
With the approval of the court
Does a child have to know biological father for him to give up parental rights?
No. There is no requirement for the child to have to "know" the father for him to give up his parental rights.
Can you adopt your stepdaughter even tho she still has a biological father?
Her biological father must give up his parental rights and consent to the adoption. You should consult with an attorney who specializes in adoption.Her biological father must give up his parental rights and consent to the adoption. You should consult with an attorney who specializes in adoption.Her biological father must give up his parental rights and consent to the adoption. You should consult with an attorney who specializes in adoption.Her biological father must give up his parental rights and consent to the adoption. You should consult with an attorney who specializes in adoption.
Can the biological mother request relinquished parental rights if the biological father does not pay child support or make contact?
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Is Papa Smurf the biological father of all Smurfs?
No, he is just their leader and parental figure.
Can child be adopted without biological fathers consent?
Yes, if a court terminates the biological father's parental rights on the grounds that he is an unfit parent, or the biological father fails to appear for hearings on the matter.
How can a stepfather adopt a child?
The biological father have to give up his parental rights in order for you to adopt.
If the biological father is not listed on the birth certificate what rights does he have over the child in the state of Texas?
A DNA test can prove if the biological father is actually the father. If it is proven he is the father, then he should have all parental rights as any other parent.
If you are on the birth certificate have raised the child for 10 years then find out you are not the biological father what are your parental rights?
Get a lawyer. You have a couple of ways to assert your parental rights.
Does the father have to pay child support even if he's not the biological father but has been there since the child was 2 months old?
No, it's clear he is not the father and therefor have no parental rights, he is the step dad. Only the biological parents pay.
In Michigan can the biological father waive his parental rights and then the new husband of the custodial parent adopt the children?
yes
Can you adopt your step daughter?
If the biological father relinquishes his parental rights and the court agrees and allows the adoption to proceed.
