Can a convicted mother have her parental rights terminated in West Virginia?

In WV, there is no "automatic" termination of a mother's rights, convicted or not. If she was involuntarily terminated in the past (versus...

How do I go about trying to adopt a child I've had temporary guardianship of?

In WV, you would need the consent of the biological parents unless you alledge abandonment by them. It sounds like you need the parents to get "of...

Can they adopt my kids out if I still have parental rights?

Sorry to hear of your situation, but if you relinquished only "custodial" rights and not "parental" rights - then those parental rights must yet be...

From what little you said, I can almost assure you that your parental rights will be affected if you fail to attend the hearing. If you do not...

How can pregnant teenage mom in foster care give custody of her unborn baby to friend or family?

In Alabama, ,a minor can do a pre-birth consent. But you would want a lawyer experienced with it to assist - as it needs to be done in front fo a...

What costs are involved with private adoption?

A Private adoption in AL is not complicated; however, if a child is being brought in from another state - then instead of a simple home study you...

What can I (we) do?

You certainly have a tough situation, but not that unusual. In West Virginia, if you are in the Child Protection Services as part of an...

If parental rights have been terminated , will they still take another child when its born?

In the State of WV, if the DHHR has removed a child before and TERMINATED parental rights, it is customary for the State to be involved in the life...

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The biological mother of my child is deceased. How hard would i be for my wife to adopt her?

Alabama Step Parent adoptions are generally "easy" as you don't have to do a home study if that child has resided with your wife for at least a...

Can my son's step father adopt him?

Alabama Step Parent adoptions are generally "easy" compared to some other states, as you don't have to do a home study given the facts you set...