Termination of rights

As stated by the previous answers, no one can fill out a form or do anything else to terminate their own parental rights. Otherwise, many of...

Can you change the last name for a child after parental rights were given up and never had his last name but hers?

It would be a waste of money to pay for a name change, since you could use that same money to pay for the adoption and get a free name...

Do I have to get my real fathers consent for my stepfather to adopt me even though I'm 18 and do not speak to my father?

I am not licensed to practice law in Ohio, but for adult adoptions, I always recommend hiring legal counsel at least for a consultation to...

Can a child adopted by a US citizen at the age of 18 still get Lawful US permanent residency?

Once a child is 18 years of age, an international adoption will no longer provide citizenship benefits. You need to consult an immigration...

If a mother relinquished rights for first born will second born be taken by CPS?

It looks like you posted this question twice - please refer to my previous answer to your first post.

If a parent relinquishes rights on her first child and is facing charges for selling drugs will the unborn child be taken?

I am not licensed to practice law in Michigan, but under the circumstances you described, most states' laws will provide for removal of the child...

Can my friend get in trouble in he's situation??

I am not licensed to practice in Guam, but in general, statutory rape laws are not enforced unless the victim or one of the victim's parents...

Can my child live with a friend without them adopting her or getting custody?

While your daughter's behaviors may be extreme, giving her to someone with a "bad record" is not a good choice on your part. Depending on the...

I am not licensed to practice law in Vermont, but generally a step-parent has no rights to sign legal documents for a minor step-child. You should...

Can I request to be legal at 17 I'm about to give birth but I'm a runaway?

I"m not sure what you mean by "legal." Do you mean "legally present in the US" or "legally emancipated to act as an adult instead of minor"? I...