Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

I have a 15 yr old that ran away 4 days ago because she said she is pregnant. I found out she is now at the parents house of the 15 yr old boy. They want her to stay there and have the baby. She has 2 options an abortion which Im not crazy about or an adoption. My daughter, the boy, and his parents say no to both. They want me to give them her Birth Cert. and SS card. I said no. They want my permission to let her live with them. I said no. My daughter said she will just run somewhere else if I don't agree. I need to know my rights. I cant make her get an abortion I dont think. Since she is under age caan I make the decision for adoption.


Asked on 8/30/10, 5:31 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Alan Wagner Wagner, McLaughlin & Whittemore P.A.

No, you cannot force her to put the child up for adoption. Even if she consented, the father would need to as well. Try to get with the other adults and make rational decisions about the future.

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Answered on 9/11/10, 7:39 pm


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