What is the burden of proof for terminating bio dad's rights?

You must prove that he has failed to act I. A parental capacity ( failure to pay child support, provide a home, participate In the child's...

What is the law for my husband of 13 years to adopt my 18 year old daughter? Does the birth father have any say for this adoptio

in an adult adoption it is not necessary to give notice to the biological parent or receive his permission. The biological parent's rights are not...

Will a new birth certificate have to be issued for an adult adoption?

Yes. It is certainly possible to do an adult adoption without changing the birth certificate

Safe Haven allows you to leave the baby at the hospital without revealing your identity or the identity of the birth father. A paternity action...

I want an adoption undone

The adoption statute allows a birth parent one year from the date of the termination to challenge a termination order due to fraud, duress or...

Can my fiance adopt my daughter if her bio dad is willing to terminate his rights?

Yes. Your fiancée will need a home study since you are not married. Any person over 25 may adopt if they obtain a home study recommending that...

Can I have my neice put under a 72 hour commitment on a Saturday

I would suggest you call frontier behavioral health and ask that mental health professionals meet with your niece. If they determine that she is a...

How do I get legal assistance with filling out my adult adoption packet?

In an adult adoption there is no need to give notice to your birth father because his rights will not be terminated. The name that goes on a new...

You may simply file a petition with the court to have your name changed. As long as you are not doing so to avoid creditors or some other illegal...

Rights of father after termination of rights

It does not sound as though rights were terminated. Unless someone adopted your daughter the birth father probably still has parental rights. A...