Signing over parental rights

[Cathrine]

My 4 year old's daughter's father wants to sign his rights over. Does he have to begin the process or can I?

 

[Proserpina]

He doesn't have to have visitation or custody, but the court will not allow him to shirk the financial obligation unless there is a stepparent waiting in the wings.

 

[shrinkmaster]

My 4 year old's daughter's father wants to sign his rights over. Does he have to begin the process or can I?

Are you married and does your current husband wish to adopt this child?