This form is an acknowledgment of a parent of a minor child stating that the parent's parental rights have been duly terminated by a court with proper jurisdiction.
The North Dakota Acknowledgment and Agreement by Parent of Termination or Relinquishment of Parental Rights — Release of Parental Rights is a legal document that outlines the process by which a parent voluntarily terminates or relinquishes their parental rights in the state of North Dakota. This agreement is binding and requires the parent to acknowledge and agree to the termination or relinquishment of their rights. Keywords: North Dakota, acknowledgment, agreement, parent, termination, relinquishment, parental rights, release. In North Dakota, there are different types of Acknowledgment and Agreement by Parent of Termination or Relinquishment of Parental Rights — Release of Parental Rights documents that can be used depending on the specific situation: 1. Voluntary Termination of Parental Rights: This document is used when a parent willingly decides to terminate their legal and parental rights over a child. It requires the parent's acknowledgment and agreement to the termination. 2. Relinquishing Parental Rights: This document is used when a parent wishes to give up their parental rights voluntarily. It signifies their desire to no longer have any legal obligations or rights pertaining to the child. 3. Termination of Parental Rights for Adoption: This document is typically used in adoption cases when one or both birth parents agree to terminate their parental rights to enable the child's adoption by another individual or couple. It ensures that the birth parents understand and consent to the termination. 4. Termination of Parental Rights for Guardianship: This document may be used when a parent agrees to terminate their parental rights in favor of a guardian who will assume responsibility for the child. It establishes the parent's acknowledgment and agreement to the transfer of care and custody to the appointed guardian. It is important to note that these documents are legally binding and should only be executed after careful consideration and in the presence of legal counsel.
