Massachusetts Adoption Laws, Page 5
Putative Fathers
Does State have a Putative Father Registry:
No
Registry/Paternity Requirements to Receive Notice
Statute: Ch. 210 § 4A- Notice of adoption proceedings is given to the father who has filed a parental responsibility claim with the Department of Social Services.
- Within 30 days of notice concerning the child's adoption, the person claiming paternity must file a petition for adoption or custody of the child with the probate court.
Information Contained in Registry/Claim
Statute:Not addressed in statutes reviewed
Revocation of Claim to Paternity
Statute:Not addressed in statutes reviewed
Access to Information Maintained in Registry
Statute: Ch. 210 § 4A
- Notice of the filing of a claim of paternity is sent to the birth mother.
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