Child Abandonment?
Q. I live in Oklahoma and was needing so advice on how child abandonment work. how do i apply and what are the nessacery things that have to be going on in order for the abandonment to take place. OK so i guess i need to go into further detail. The father of my child hasn't payed any child support in a long time, nor has he tried to see his son. I heard that you can file for child abandonment and he can lose his rights. The reason I want to do this is so it doesn't become a problem with custody in the futre. just wanting to know what to do. I herd something about putting a add in the news paper or something.
Asked by oklahomacuttie - Wed Jun 4 18:39:05 2008 - Law & Ethics - 3 Answers - 1 Comments

A. Child Abandonment is a crime that is committed when a child fails to properly care for a child by abandoning them. If your parents have abandoned you, contact the police. If you are talking about emancipation, that is a different thing all together.
Answered by davidmi711 - Wed Jun 4 18:45:07 2008

How long does one parent have to be out of their child's life for it to be considered child abandonment?
Q. I live in pennsylvania. My baby's father left me when our son was two and a half months old. He doesnt give me any money and rarely ever makes any effort to see his son. I asked him to sign his rights away but he refuses only to make me upset. My son is six months old now. Is that enough time to be considered abandonment?
Asked by Kristina - Tue May 5 02:41:54 2009 - Law & Ethics - 4 Answers - Comments

A. To terminate your baby's father's parental rights, one of these two statements must be true: The parent, for at least 6 months, either has evidenced a settled purpose of relinquishing parental claim to a child or has refused or failed to perform parental duties. or In the case of a newborn child, the parent knows or has reason to know of the child s birth, does not reside with the child, has not married the child s other parent, and has failed for 4 months to make reasonable efforts to maintain substantial and continuing contact or to support the child. If he's not made any reasonable effort to support the child, you can file for a termination of his parental rights. Note that "reasonable effort" is the judgment of the court, not… [cont.]
Answered by helloiamchuck - Tue May 5 03:14:20 2009

Child abandonment in the state of Georgia requirements?
Q. If you are going through a divorce in the state of Georgia, and have 2 children but the mother never comes to see her children, and has already had a child by another man is there a law against custody?
Asked by Kimberly - Sun Mar 6 09:06:50 2011 - Law & Ethics - 1 Answers - Comments

A. Not a specific law, but evidence of this can be presented in court. This link will help the father. To learn a father's rights, join Dads House Educational Center in Yahoo Groups. It's free to join, access all materials You associate with other fathers going through, and have already gone through, the same issues. We have an Educational Manual that teaches everything that needs to be known in addressing your legal issues. Mention your question here when asked why you want to join, as well as your state?
Answered by - Sun Mar 6 11:12:38 2011

What are the effects of child abandonment?
Q. I am doing a paper on child abandonment. I need to know what would the effects on a 13 year old girl, 10 year old boy, 8 year old girl and 6 year old boy would be. I need facts for all. As much info as I could get would be just great. Thank you.
Asked by Mee - Tue Mar 8 19:01:20 2011 - Psychology - 4 Answers - Comments

A. I will try to help you with as much information as I could collect from our Central Library on this topic. Please wait. Have patience. Exercise lot of tolerance power. In any case, please don't abandon this Project. Slow and steady wins the race. Please go on sincerely putting concerted efforts towards achieving success.
Answered by Naguru - Tue Mar 8 19:13:05 2011

when and how can i file a child abandonment petition in Georgia?
Q. My ex-husband does not pay his child support even after I have taken the proper steps to enforce it through my state. He has not called, visited, or even knows where we are living. I want his rights revoked, can abandonment law work for me?
Asked by Jan - Sat Aug 13 00:33:05 2011 - Law & Ethics - 2 Answers - Comments

What constitutes child abandonment? If there has never been a DNA test proving him to be the father, nor a?
Q. birth certificate signed, can he be charged with child abandonment, or can the court rule that he has abandoned the child? How would one go about filing a petition to have parental rights terminated if it is unknown where the absent parent is located?
Asked by Girly Q - Sat May 31 18:51:28 2008 - Law & Ethics - 1 Answers - Comments

A. Child abandonment is when the "father" of the child has never been in the childs life from day one, or in older childrens cases has left for a number of years (look up your local State laws on that). In the case of my son (who is 7) there was no signed birth cert. and no DNA test preformed. The State requested ONLY a few things to proceed: 1) did I have ANY knowledge of his last whereabouts 2) Did I have ANY pictures? and lastly 3) did I know his name. Now I had all 3 of those and in the state of Calif. (if you go through the ADA's office) they do everything for you. I did not know his current location, but had an old address, I had pictures; although fuzzy and I knew an alias... they took him to court... served the last address… [cont.]
Answered by jillifly - Sat May 31 19:05:40 2008

Child abandonment???
Q. I'm having a problem with my sons father. He hasn't been to see or even communicated with my son in over 6 months.He's doesn't pay for child support and I want to file child abandonment. Could I do so? I'm trying to leave the state. I have residential custody of my child in New Jersey. I'm trying to leave the state but I don't want to be arrested for kidnapping. Does anyone know what I can possibly do to strip his rights so I can go on with my life?
Asked by Cookie - Fri Aug 6 16:18:05 2010 - Parenting - 3 Answers - Comments

A. Check your states laws... You could probably just call the juvenile court system there and they could give you the correct information. I know in my state (VA) it's 6 months with no contact and support.
Answered by Johnny's Mommy - Fri Aug 6 21:26:59 2010

How long does a child have to be with out one biological parent for it to be considered child abandonment?
Q. I am the father of a child I just found out about 6months ago. I want to be a part of the childs life but the mother is claiming she has a court order against me for child abandonment because I have not visited the child yet. I was waiting unitl the court date becuase she is making it very difficult for me to visit.
Asked by Ryan C - Sat Nov 14 18:34:07 2009 - Parenting - 3 Answers - Comments

A. It varies from state to state... But in my state, you have to have had no contact with the child for at least 6 months, then the mother (in your case) would have to place an "ad" in the paper for a month stating that she's filing for abandonment and give you the chance to contact her and/or the courts. Then it goes to court. Wait until the court date, tell your case to the judge and the judge will most likely grant you visitation. They won't terminate your rights if you are truly trying to have a relationship with your child.
Answered by Johnny's Mommy - Sat Nov 14 21:31:38 2009

What is defined as child abandonment in Pennsylvania?
Q. I have a 16 year old staying with my children and I. His father was here temporarily, after being bought out of their house. I thought the stay would be for a few months, but now the father has moved to his brother's house, and left the 16 year old here. The 16 year old has a job, but no driver's license. School is starting in 6 days, and with no way for me to contact his mother or father, I am not sure what to do. What defines child abandonment? Is there an age restriction? I care for this kid, but he isn't mine, and I am tired of stepping up to the plate for the parent's blatant disregard for his welfare.
Asked by rouschkateer - Wed Aug 30 14:33:21 2006 - Law & Ethics - 3 Answers - Comments

A. do you love him? If you do let him stay cuz he seems to like it there ...Otherwise he will end up with foster parents. Have you ever thought of becoming one? I wish you luck and I sure feel for the boy Life is too hard already..
Answered by fireball226 - Wed Aug 30 14:41:50 2006

in washing state how long can a parent be absent till it is considered child abandonment?
Q. A friend of mine baby sits for a frighteningly iresponcible mother that leaves my friend with her kid says "i'll be back by 5" then has been up to 24 hours late! I think the rule is after two hours if the sitter hasn't heard anything from the parents it is consitered child abandonment and you can call CPS. But i'm just not sure... Anybody know?
Asked by Rachel Blackshear - Fri Nov 11 14:40:00 2011 - Parenting - 5 Answers - Comments

A. There is no set rule in terms of time in Washington law and the fact that the child is left with a babysitter even if beyond the agreed upon time makes prosecution for abandonment very unlikely in Washington. If the babysitter can show that it is a pattern then it may be possible. Even if not legally abandonment your friend could and is possibly legally required to report anything she feels is a sign of neglect or abuse. She can do this anonymously. If she is most concerned with the time issue I'd suggest she draw up a contract that states after a set amount of time past when the mother agrees to pick up the child the mother will be charged 1 1/2 or 2 times the usual hourly rate and insist the mother sign it if she wants to continue using… [cont.]
Answered by Mello - Fri Nov 11 15:07:30 2011

how do you file child abandonment in Texas?
Q. My boyfriend pays child support for his son, but he has had him for almost two months now. He can not find the mother at all! He can't afford to pay child support and take care of him too. The mother has not called or came to see the baby at all. How long must he wait until he can do something about the situation and what must he do?
Asked by BADAZZYELA - Sun Apr 12 23:16:09 2009 - Law & Ethics - 5 Answers - Comments

A. Start by calling Child Protective Services and then the non-emergency number for the police in your area.
Answered by raviet31 - Sun Apr 12 23:27:22 2009

How do you determine child abandonment?
Q. I have a 5 year old son. My ex husband has been the one who has raised him since birth. He is his daddy in every since of the word. He would like to adopt him . My son's biological father lives in the same town as we do. He has NEVER seen my son. He has paid child support for 2 years ( although not always on a regular basis). He is supposed to pay for all the medical but has never paid for any of it. I think that he probably will not have a problem with signing over his rights because then he won't have to worry about child support. On the off chance that he does decide to fight it, is there any way that I can go around him since he has never shown any interest in having anything to do with my son? I don't know if this matters, but he… [cont.]
Asked by cheri s - Sat Jun 2 00:10:00 2007 - Parenting - 14 Answers - Comments

A. You can go to court to have his rights terminated, but that will be a long drawn out thing. The only difference would be a piece of paper. I say leave things as they are. Doing this may cause your ex to take a sudden interest in the child just to spite you. If your child has a dad then he is luckier than most.
Answered by yzerswoman - Sat Jun 2 00:14:23 2007

What is child abandonment in California?
Q. So my sons father pays child support every month this is through Child Support Services. We never went to court though. Anyway this August is going to be a year since he has seen my son. Can I file abandonment and have my son to myself? My son has my last name and hos fathers name is not on the birth certificate.
Asked by The vows go unbroken - Wed May 12 17:07:58 2010 - Law & Ethics - 2 Answers - Comments

A. Don't bother with this with child abandonment, that is when a parent leaves a child somewhere and never goes back to get the child...just file for full legal custody of your son..
Answered by Abusefree - Wed May 12 17:10:28 2010

Does anyone know the laws for child abandonment laws in Michigan?
Q. My Uncle died and had a son .Now he is left with is mother, she is crazy and now has costody of him which she did not when he was a live .Long storie but she has left him with a family member and has not come to get him in like 2 days how ever he is 16 does anyone know how long it has to be in michigan before it is concidered child abandonment.
Asked by katpayne0212002 - Wed Apr 11 23:36:30 2007 - Law & Ethics - 2 Answers - Comments

A. I do not know the exact law in Michigan, however generally if a parent leaves a child with someone first question police will ask is if the parent has contacted the child/person in charge. Did the mother leave any financial assistance for the child, how long did the mother state she would be gone. Meaning, if parent says I'll be back in 6 hours and two days goes by, no call then the person should contact law enforcment. BUT... what could happen, is the police will come and declare the child in imm danger and place the child in foster care. I doubt that is what you want to happen to the child. Can't you/family talk to the mother and try to work something out where she allows the child to stay with another family member under a temp… [cont.]
Answered by Jeni - Thu Apr 12 11:34:57 2007

Can a 17 yr old choose to live with a friend without it being technical child abandonment?
Q. i have a friend who wants to live with me, but we live in far away states. my friend wants come when it's close to her birthday but it'll be a few months before. would it be consitered child abandonment by her parents if she lives over here before her 18th birthday?
Asked by Jade - Mon Jan 18 18:43:24 2010 - Law & Ethics - 7 Answers - Comments

A. It depends a lot on where she is coming from and where she is going. In some (most) states, 18 is the minimum before a child can relocate without parental consent. It would not be a matter of abandonment, btw, if her state does not allow it, you would be technically guilty of kidnapping across state lines. If her parents agree, they can grant you custody (assuming you are over 18), which will resolve the issue. Also understand that you need to make arrangements for schooling, medical care, etc, which will not be possible without parental consent.
Answered by jslinderml - Mon Jan 18 18:51:19 2010

can a guy sue for child abandonment after I've been gone 4 two days?
Q. I have a friend. And her and her husband have a 4 year old kid 2gether...and they get into arguments and has got beaten up by him and even attempted murder! . She left cause of stress and fear for her life. She was gone for 2 days and now her husband is trying to sue for child abandonment, even when he was taking care of the child! While she was gone. Can he do that?
Asked by Darin Sizer - Mon Jul 20 05:18:32 2009 - Marriage & Divorce - 2 Answers - Comments

A. Yes. She should have taken her child. But I don't think she has been gone long enough to call it abandonment.
Answered by American for Life - Mon Jul 20 05:45:52 2009

Is the situation considered Child Abandonment?
Q. When a Mother leaves her husband of 8yrs and their baby of 9 months, is this considered Abandonment by her? They had issues with the older children about dating and hanging out at school too late. He said NO, the mother let them do it. They had a heated discussion about it and after 2weeks when he came home with the baby, the mother left the babies car seat on the kitchen floor and the keys to their house. The baby was never picked up at the daycare until the father was notified. He has not heard from her in almost 12yrs. He has raised their son by himself. Is this considered Abandonment?
Asked by G - Tue May 10 14:44:41 2011 - Parenting - 6 Answers - Comments

Do you have to have guardianship of a child to be arrested for child abandonment?
Q. My sister is a real tramp, and she has two twin daughters. She's planning on leaving with some jerk she doesn't even know and move in with him. My mom has guardianship over the girls, but works all day. If my sister abandons those girls and leaves them here alone, will happen to her?
Asked by Brian - Fri Jan 11 16:57:08 2008 - Parenting - 6 Answers - Comments

A. No, you do not have to be the legal guardian; anyone who has present physical custody of the children can be charged with abondoment/child endangerment/child neglect. This could be a babysitter, relative, or friend who was supposed to be caring for the child. If the children are under your sister's care at the time, and she abandons them, she can be charged. She would have to actually leave them alone though; if someone else is there to watch them (your mother, you, a sitter, whoever), she's not abandoning them.
Answered by nowinteknicolor - Fri Jan 11 17:06:02 2008

How long until you can claim child abandonment in Minnesota?
Q. Does anyone know the time frame that must pass with no contact before you can start the abandonment process in Minnesota?
Asked by Nicole N - Tue Nov 18 16:14:18 2008 - Law & Ethics - 2 Answers - 1 Comments

A. MN, its a YEAR, of no contact at all. No child support, no calls, no visits, no letters
Answered by Bernie * - Wed Nov 19 01:02:49 2008

what is the criteria for child abandonment ?
Q. How long with out support or contact must a parent go, until it it considered abandonment?
Asked by spzalky - Thu Dec 18 17:34:31 2008 - Marriage & Divorce - 2 Answers - Comments