North Carolina Adoption Laws, Page 5
Putative Fathers
Does State have a Putative Father Registry:
No
Registry/Paternity Requirements to Receive Notice
Statute: §§ 48-2-206(a), (c); 48-2-401
- The putative father:
- Must file within 15 days of receiving notice of the mother's intent to place the child for adoption
- Is not entitled to further notice of adoption proceedings if he fails to respond
- Must file a response to an adoption petition within 30 days after service of notice
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:Not addressed in statutes reviewed
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