981(a)(1) PETITION TO TERMINATE PARENTAL RIGHTS PENDING STEPPARENT ADOPTION When should this form be used 2026

1. Click ‘Get Form’ to open it in the editor.
2. Begin by entering your full legal name as the petitioner, indicating whether you are the mother or father of the minor child.
3. Provide details about the minor child, including their current name, gender, birth date, and birthplace. Attach a certified copy of their birth certificate.
4. List any individuals whose consent is required for adoption but have not consented. Include their names and addresses.
5. Select the grounds for terminating parental rights that apply to your situation. Ensure you attach any necessary documents supporting your claims.
6. Sign the petition before a notary public or deputy clerk and ensure all required consents are included before filing with the circuit court.

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