Legal Question in Family Law in Louisiana
Needs help asap!
In the state of Louisiana, How long does
a parent have to be away from their
child for it to be considered
abandonment and have their parental
rights terminated?
Asked on 1/28/09, 9:35 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: Needs help asap!
If you are looking to do an intrafamily adoption, a parent who has not communicated or visited with a child for a period of six months or if the parent has refused or failed to pay child support pursuant to a court order for a period of six months, the consent of the parent is not necessary.
Answered on 1/29/09, 10:30 am