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I have a CPS case & I have timed out. I want to relinquish my rights to a friend for adoption she is a school principal & an amazing woman. My daughter isn’t safe in her placement and that’s where CPS wants her to be. I believe it’s family code 8700(I). Can the judge or CPS overturn my request?
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answered on May 3, 2024
In California, a parent can voluntarily relinquish their parental rights to a child, which is typically done through an adoption process. Family Code Section 8700 does allow for the relinquishment of parental rights to a specific person, known as a "designated relinquishment."... View More 
I got pregnant at 16 with my oldest son. His bio father was high on drugs and refused to be in his life and isn’t on the birth certificate. He’s been an in and out father until he was 22 months. He will be 8 in September and his sperm donor is trying to come back in his life but barely. My sons... View More
answered on May 2, 2024
You will need to contact an attorney that handles step-parent adoptions. You will have to file a petition in the county where you live, a guardian ad litem may be appointed and a home study may be necessary in order for the Court to grant your petition for step-parent adoption. You and your... View More
My brother and I are applying for dual citizenship. One of the requirements in our case are adoption papers or perhaps an immigration N-400 form which would link our birth certificate name with my US military stepfather's last name. We were both naturalized in 1972 prior to turning 18. I do... View More
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answered on Apr 29, 2024
To obtain adoption and immigration records, you can follow these steps:
1. Adoption Records:
- Contact the court where the adoption was finalized. The court should have records of the adoption proceedings.
- If you know the state where the adoption took place, you can... View More
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answered on Apr 20, 2024
Under California law, obtaining custody of your siblings based on evidence of parental abuse involves a legal process where the court prioritizes the safety and welfare of the children. Witnesses, online proof, and medical records documenting abuse can be substantial evidence in your case.... View More
we have since received an new birth certificate from vital records in Haiti? Thank you
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answered on Apr 8, 2024
Official documents like birth certificates and citizenship papers are legal records, and altering them is considered forgery, which is a serious crime.
If your son was adopted from Haiti and you have received a new, official birth certificate from the proper authorities in Haiti, then that... View More
hello i am 18 and still in high school and was adopted by my aunt and uncle. i have recently moved out and she (my aunt) is refusing to give me my legal documents-such as my Social security card, birth certificate, and mail-also can she throw away my mail?. is this in anyways legal? and if she... View More
answered on Apr 8, 2024
While it is probably wrong for your aunt to withhold important documents like your social security card and birth certificate from you, I doubt law enforcement will deign to get involved. Simply request duplicates from the appropriate government office.
A person cannot lawfully divert mail... View More
I'm going to be adopting my step kids and their biological father agrees to give consent as he's not in their life and doesn't want to pay the child support and all so it's win-win for us all. It seems we still have to have a home study conducted in Ohio despite them living with... View More
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answered on Apr 2, 2024
It can be used against you the same way that consuming alcohol can be used against you. If you use to excess or it effects your ability to parent, that will be a strike against you. If it does neither of those things, it is a very low likelihood that it will derail the adoption.
If my ex wanted to use my medical card in Ohio against me, could he despite not having parental rights and my husband having adopted my children?
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answered on Apr 2, 2024
He is not the non-custodial parent if your spouse adopted the kids. He is not a parent at all. It would be basically impossible for him to obtain parental rights by attempting to utilize your use of medical marijuana in a custody dispute.
I have three kids (one biological, 2 step), my step kids are 12 and 6, and there biological father has hardly been in there lives. My wife has full custody, and he's court ordered to pay child support. He's paid child support one time in 9 months (December 2023 was the last time and... View More
answered on Mar 31, 2024
The biological father must agree to the adoption under these circumstances. I he goes 1 year with providing support or contacting the children (without interference from you or your wife) you may be able to move forward without his consent. You should contact a family law attorney who also does... View More
I have three kids (one biological, 2 step), my step kids are 12 and 6, and there biological father has hardly been in there lives. My wife has full custody, and he's court ordered to pay child support. He's paid child support one time in 9 months (December 2023 was the last time and... View More
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answered on Apr 1, 2024
Sorry, Todd! I disagree. You are usually right!
If the contact in May 2023 was just a brief contact then it is likely to be determined to be "de minimus". That means that the contact was so inconsequential that the court won't consider it for determining whether there was... View More
my parents are moving in with my grandma into a small bedroom and dont have room for me (17) or my brother (16) but my sister will let us move in so were not homeless do my parents have any rights to tell me no even if i would be homeless due to the situation
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answered on Apr 1, 2024
Taking your question at face value, if your parents move in with your grandma but tell you that you can't move in with them, that is the kind of situation that would possibly cause the state to TPR, in which case you likely would be ordered to live with the closest adult relative who would... View More
my parents are moving in with my grandma into a small bedroom and dont have room for me (17) or my brother (16) but my sister will let us move in so were not homeless do my parents have any rights to tell me no even if i would be homeless due to the situation
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answered on Apr 2, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about your family's difficult situation. This must be a very stressful and scary time for all of you. A few key points:
As a minor at age 17, your parents are still your legal guardians and generally have the right to make decisions about your living situation... View More
my parents are moving in with my grandma into a small bedroom and dont have room for me (17) or my brother (16) but my sister will let us move in so were not homeless do my parents have any rights to tell me no even if i would be homeless due to the situation
answered on Mar 31, 2024
Yes. Until you are 18 your parents have control over you. They can decide you live at grandma's on the couch or floor, that all of you go to a homeless shelter or wherever it may be absent filth, bugs or feces.
Does an employee of DCF or it's CBC entity have authority to do the performance of CPI investigations and the removing children without a warrant,to never allowing reunification.Acting as a fill in.In 2002
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answered on Mar 29, 2024
In 2002, employees of the Department of Children and Families (DCF) in Florida, including those in Polk County, were indeed involved in child protective investigations (CPI). These investigations are a critical part of the efforts to ensure the safety and well-being of children. The DCF, along with... View More
I'm not even certain its considered adoption fraud or something else however proper protocol was not followed & lies used.
This was a dependency case turned termination of parental rights/adoption. I asked the court & case manager to perform a family finding a provision to... View More
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answered on Mar 28, 2024
To address concerns of adoption fraud or misconduct in a dependency case, it’s crucial to gather all relevant documentation and evidence. This includes correspondence with case management, court documents, and any records of communication between family members and case management. Documentation... View More
I've made complaints with the Attorney General,DOJ civil rights,DHHS,County Commissioners,DCF.I was reverted back to DHHS,now this as I understand it is this is the main entity to CPS & DCF and entities,so how can I expect to get a fair investigation or judicial review of their own... View More
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answered on Mar 25, 2024
If you're dealing with violations of civil rights or due process, it can indeed be frustrating if you feel the entities supposed to help are not addressing your concerns adequately. It's important to remember that there are multiple avenues for complaints and advocacy, though navigating... View More
The adoptive parents are separated and the husband has a restraining order against his wife, the wife is in a mental hospital. The biological families had been allowed contact and visits with the child because the adoptive parents allowed it, but CPS did not contact any of the childs biological... View More
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answered on Mar 20, 2024
In California, when a child is placed in foster care, biological families may have options to intervene, especially if they have maintained a relationship with the child. The first step is to contact the local Child Protective Services (CPS) office handling the case. Express your interest in the... View More
She has been adopted in 2010 but now wants to live with Me She continues to run away
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answered on Mar 13, 2024
I'm so sorry to hear that your daughter has suffered abuse. This is a very serious situation that requires immediate attention. Here are some steps you can take under California law:
1. Report the abuse: Contact the local police department or sheriff's office to report the abuse.... View More
I have my residential lease from company listing him as joint resident with me. I am divorced. Can I adopt him so he can stay and continue his education?
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answered on Mar 4, 2024
I recommend consulting with an immigration attorney to determine if your nephew qualifies for Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS). This status provides a pathway to legal residency in the United States for children who have been abandoned, abused, or neglected by one or both parents.... View More
I have my residential lease from company listing him as joint resident with me. I am divorced. Can I adopt him so he can stay and continue his education?
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answered on Mar 4, 2024
Adopting your nephew, given his current situation of having overstayed his ESTA visa by a significant amount of time, involves navigating complex legal territory. It's crucial to understand that adoption laws vary by state and can be influenced by the specifics of the individual's... View More
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