How to Relinquish Fathers Rights
Giving up your rights as a father is not something you should take lightly. However, there is a process you have to go through in order to make this a permanent situation. Your state's process for relinquishing a fathers rights may be similar to other states.
- Research the custody laws in your state. Each state may vary on parental rights but they all have similar ones. Take the time to research these laws so you can understand the process and the length of time it takes to work out the process.
- Visit your courthouse and talk to a representative. Your local courthouse may have more information about relinquishing your rights as a father. Hundreds of fathers go through this process every year so the courthouse may be able to send you in the right directions. For example: there may be a class available for those wanting to give up their rights.
- Ask the representative if there is specific paperwork, you must fill out. Sometimes this paperwork is available online for you to fill out.
- Seek council from a custody lawyer. The best advice can be given to you from a lawyer because they understand the ins-and-outs of parental rights and giving up those rights.
- Go to your hearing to follow through with your request. This is a major request so you will most likely be dealing with a judge and lawyer.
- Explain your position to the judge and why you desire to give up your rights as a father. The judge can deny your request for any reason.