Terminate Parental Rights Process

Summary

To terminate parental rights in Wisconsin, file a petition in court, prove the parent is unfit (such as being in prison for a felony), and show that termination is in the childs best interest. Consult a local family lawyer for guidance.

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Sophia
Hello Sophia, it's nice to meet you. I'm here to help you with your legal queries. Could you please describe your legal issue?
My ex and my two year olds father is in prison for rape. He still has custody and I need help to terminate those parental rights
Hello Sophia, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. The process to terminate parental rights can vary by location. Could you please tell me which state you are located in?
Wisconsin
Hello Sophia,
In Wisconsin, to terminate parental rights, you would:
*. File a petition in court.
*. Prove the parent is unfit, in prison for a felony can be a ground.
*. Show that termination is in the child's best interest.
Please consult a local family lawyer to guide you through this process.