What is required for a birth parent relinquishment?

In Colorado, there are specific requirements that must be met for a birth parent to relinquish their parental rights and legally give up their child to be adopted. First, the birth parent must be notified of the adoption proceedings or voluntarily consent to the adoption. If the birth parent does not provide their consent, an Identity Affidavit of the birth parent must be completed and included in the adoption paperwork. Additionally, the birth parent will be required to appear in court and testify to the voluntary termination of their parental rights. This is usually done in the presence of the court, an adoption agency, the adoptive parent(s) or their attorney, and any witnesses. The birth parent should also be aware that, should they wish to do so, they can revoke their relinquishment of parental rights at any time before the adoption is final. In addition, the birth parent must also sign a relinquishment document. This document will outline the terms and conditions of the relinquishment and states that the birth parent is voluntarily giving up their parental rights to the child. The relinquishment document should also be signed by two witnesses, preferably family members or close friends. Finally, the relinquishment document should be provided to the court that is issuing the adoption order. Upon completion of all legal requirements, the court will grant the adoption decree and the birth parent’s parental rights will be terminated. It is important to note that the birth parent must be represented by a lawyer for the adoption process to be legal and binding.

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