Q: Can my son be adopted by my boyfriend if his father hasn't been in the picture for over 3 years?
He has paid no child support ever my son is 6 years old. He is a drug addict, homeless, and has very bad medical problems. He also has a child endangerment case against him.
A: You will need to file a case in the Superior Court in the county where you and your son live. have any court orders about custody of your son ever been entered? A court will have to terminate the biological father's rights before any attempt can be made to get an adoption done. But if you are not married to your boyfriend, the Court probably will not allow him to adopt. Are you married to your son's father? If you are, your first step will have to be a divorce. You can contact me for additional information. Susan Cohen (916) 541-0047. my office is located at 9521 Folsom Boulevard, Sacramento, Ca.
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