2007-08-30 05:48:30 · 6 answers · asked by lonelyone64 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
i already have coustdy
2007-09-02 11:35:19 · update #1
File for custody.
2007-08-30 05:52:34 · answer #1 · answered by RedRabbit 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
You can file for a petition to adopt. The only thing is that both of the child's parents usually have to sign off their parental rights in order for you to adopt. More than likely after you put your petition through it will go through a kind of investigation process and the court will award you temporary guardianship of the child. I'm not really sure how you go about getting adoption without the child's parents giving up their rights, but getting temporary custody will give you certain rights to the child. The best thing for you to do would be to call an attorney and see what your options are.
2007-08-30 13:04:08 · answer #2 · answered by darknangelic77 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If his parents are both alive, you will need to get them to sign a consent form.
There are situations where you can circumvent that though... but I believe you would need a lawyer and a lot of evidence, etc. You should call a local family lawyer to send you some research and help you out to determine if you are in a situation in which you can legally adopt your grandchild.
I think getting legal custody of him/her is a bit different than adopting, and may be a little easier.
2007-08-30 12:59:06 · answer #3 · answered by nephthys76 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
http://relative.adoption.com/
Relative Adoption - Adopt a Relative, Grandchild, Grandson, Granddaughter
2007-08-30 12:55:18 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
talk to a lawyer. there is a Law called Grandparents rights. but you need to find out more, and if this law will be available in the State you are in. some States may not support this law. but yes, a grandparent can take in their grandchildren to raise. the Grand parent are relatives and would have a better chance doing these than any others.
So, before trying a lawyer, first go to your county courthouse and find out if your state does support this law. if so, then would be a good time to talk to an attorney. if the State does not support this, law. talk to the attorney, and see what can be done. I am sure he/she may be able to find a way.
Good Luck,
2007-08-30 13:13:48 · answer #5 · answered by ? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
they still have custody. they would need to forfeit parental custody. laws are different in each state but that is the short answer.
2007-08-30 12:58:48 · answer #6 · answered by specail ed 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋