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Form JC53 Notice to Putative Father - Michigan
What Is Form JC53?
This is a legal form that was released by the Michigan Juvenile Court - a government authority operating within Michigan. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.
FAQ
Q: What is a JC53 Notice to Putative Father in Michigan?
A: A JC53 Notice to Putative Father is a legal notice given to a potential biological father in Michigan when an adoption or termination of parental rights is being considered for a child.
Q: Who is considered a putative father in Michigan?
A: In Michigan, a putative father is a man who may be the biological father of a child but is not the legal father.
Q: When is a JC53 Notice to Putative Father issued in Michigan?
A: A JC53 Notice to Putative Father is issued in Michigan when a potential father's legal rights and responsibilities regarding a child are being considered for termination or adoption.
Q: What should a putative father do after receiving a JC53 Notice in Michigan?
A: After receiving a JC53 Notice in Michigan, a putative father should take immediate action by filing an acknowledgment of paternity, if he believes he is the biological father, or by contacting an attorney to protect his rights.
Q: What happens if a putative father does not respond to a JC53 Notice in Michigan?
A: If a putative father does not respond to a JC53 Notice in Michigan, his parental rights may be terminated without his consent, and he may lose his opportunity to have a say in any future adoption or custody proceedings.
Form Details:
- Released on December 1, 2017;
- The latest edition provided by the Michigan Juvenile Court;
- Easy to use and ready to print;
- Quick to customize;
- Compatible with most PDF-viewing applications;
- Fill out the form in our online filing application.
Download a fillable version of Form JC53 by clicking the link below or browse more documents and templates provided by the Michigan Juvenile Court.
