Get Declaration Of Due Diligence Form

Filling out the Declaration Of Due Diligence Form is an important step in legal processes, particularly in step-parent adoption cases. This guide will provide a clear, step-by-step approach to help you successfully complete the form online.

Follow the steps to complete the Declaration Of Due Diligence Form online.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and open it in your preferred online editor.
2. Begin by entering your name in the designated field at the top of the form, identifying yourself as the declarant.
3. State the name of the petitioner, who is initiating the process to terminate the parental rights of the alleged natural father.
4. Provide the name of the alleged natural father you are attempting to locate.
5. Indicate your relationship to the case by selecting from the provided options, such as 'petitioner' or 'mother of the minor child.'
6. Record the last known contact details with the alleged father, including the approximate date and location of the contact.
7. Input the last known residence address of the alleged father, along with an explanation of why you believe he may not live there anymore.
8. Enter the last known business address of the alleged father, with a rationale for why he may no longer work there.
9. List the names of individuals you have contacted regarding the whereabouts of the alleged father, along with your relationship to each person.
10. Document any attempts made to locate the alleged father through online resources or public records.
11. Explain any reasons for sources you did not check in your search for the alleged father.
12. Summarize other efforts made to locate the alleged father, if applicable.
13. Conclude by affirming that you have exhausted reasonable means to locate the alleged father, and prepare to sign the document.
14. Verify the information you provided is complete and accurate before including the date, your printed name, and your signature.
15. Save changes to your document, and you can choose to download, print, or share the completed form as needed.

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