How do I adopt a friend ?

Termination parental rights and adopting aren’t simple DIY projects. Step one is hiring an attorney.

How can I ensure my babies father cannot get visits?

No matter how many times you ask, the answer remains the same.

What can I do to ensure my child’s father cannot have visits?

Aside from moving as far from him as possible and/or hiding from him, there’s nothing that you can do to prevent him from seeking custody and/or...

Do I have an legal standing to petition the man I believe is my biological father to take a paternity test?

If you are an adult, there is no legal basis to accomplish what you want. If you are a child, your mother can file a request to establish paternity.

Can I get a Wal-Mart banned taking off for my son and I?

You'll need to contact Walmart to discuss this. However, if you approach this with the idea that this happened for no reason, it's unlikely...

Without going to court? No. You've already tried that and she's declined.

Your chance of avoiding jail certainly increases if you have an attorney.

Do i go to jail?

Jail is certainly possible. Hire or apply for an attorney immediately. Theft charges and convictions have life long consequences. Do not take this...

What is the likely outcome of a father who has been mostly absent requesting visitations and joint legal custody when child is 4

The likely outcome is dad getting some sort of custody of the child. It’s impossible to say what that would be from the limited information provided.

Can anyone just can anyone just take your rights away?

Yes. The child's parents can prevent you from seeing your grandchild.