Can the Father of My Child Give Up His Parental Rights?

[firstborn2008]

My question involves paternity law for the State of: Florida

I would like to know if in the state of florida can a father give up his rights if he wants nothing to do with the child?

[Neal1421]

This question has been asked and answered a million times, no. Not unless the mother agrees to it and has a stepfather around to adopt the child.

[Litigator]

Yes, one way the father could give up his parental rights would be through the process of adoption; other than that he cannot just unilaterally decide to walk away from his legal responsibilities as a parent.

http://www.adoptionflorida.com/floridalaw.htm

[firstborn2008]

thank you for the information. I am glad he could only give up his custody and i will be able to get child support.

[Xena]

My question involves paternity law for the State of: Florida

I would like to know if in the state of florida can a father give up his rights if he wants nothing to do with the child?

Actually, in Florida that can be done, without an adoption as long as the mother is not recieving public assistance. However, the law does allow the court to still order CS to be paid. You should hire an attorney for this, you can get a consult by calling the Florida Bar Lawyer Refferal Service at 1-800-342-8011.