Full question:
The father of the child (that we wish to adopt) acknowledged his paternity recently. Wouldn’t it be enough if we file for adoption with just the mother’s consent or do we need to get the father’s consent also in the case? Please tell me what the Arkansas law is in this regard.
- Category: Adoption
- Date:
- State: Arkansas
Answer:
Yes, you need the father's consent because he has acknowledged paternity. In Arkansas, it doesn't matter when he acknowledged it; his consent is required for adoption purposes. According to A.C.A. § 9-9-206, a petition to adopt a minor can only be granted if written consent is obtained from both the mother and the father, provided the father has acknowledged paternity under A.C.A. § 9-10-120(a).
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