Can a minor father independently sign legal documents placing the child for adoption (consent to the adoption) ?
A. Yes. A minor may independently execute a surrender and consent to adoption without parental consent. However, where a minor parent is involved, the Court has the authority to appoint a guardian to represent the minor’s interest in Court if it deems proper. 10. Can the birth father change his mind after signing the legal consents to the adoption ? A. If the birth father executes a surrender, he is entitled to the ten (10) day revocation period to revoke his decision to surrender. If the birth father executes a consent by joining in the Petition for Adoption, he may revoke that consent up until the date of finalization of the adoption. If the birth father executes a waiver of interest, the waiver is irrevocable upon execution. 11. Describe the process for doing an involuntary termination of a legal father or named birth fathers rights. A. The involuntary termination of a legal or named birth father’s rights requires a legal proceeding and judicial determination that grounds for termin
