Can a Biological Father Voluntarily Give Up His Parental Rights?
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Can a biological father voluntarily give up his parental rights? |
“Can a biological father voluntarily give up his parental rights?”
Short answer: no.
Long answer: no, unless the mother has somebody lined up (a subsequent husband) who is willing to adopt the child and assume financial responsibility for the child.
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For more on this subject check out these categories: Family Law, Paternity, Termination of Rights
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State laws vary, and the above is intended as general advice, and not direct legal advice regarding any one particular situation in any one state. For direct personal legal advice related to your own situation you should consult an attorney familiar with the laws of your state and with your situation.
