Can you legally challenge an adoption?

Question

Not sure if this is the right catagory. But either way long story short hubby and i want to challenge the adoption of hubby's blood son... his mother adopted him but has returned to her old ways , abusive / neglectful ways.. do you know where i could learn about this?? thanks.

Answer 1

Whether or not the adoption itself can be challenged, if your husband's mother is being truly abusive/neglectful then there could be the possibility of the child being removed from the home.  Child Protective Services would then generally try to locate a family member to care for the child - since your husband is his biological father and you guys are willing to raise him, you might have a good chance at obtaining custody that way.

Your best bet would be to consult an attorney.

Answer 2

You need to look into your state laws.

Usually there is a set amount of time that you can challenge an adoption.

Answer 3

Contact either the police or Child Protective Services. Yes, an adoption can be challenged under these circumstances, but you need proof.

Answer 4

Don't know if you can challenge the adoption, I would say if its already done then know but you can certainly have the child removed from her custody and possibly have have her rights taken away

Answer 5

You should call child protective services.  If she's abusive, the boy will be removed from her home, and they always look for relatives to take the child first.

Answer 6

If he gave up his rights then yeah he has no rights to challenge the adoption unless it been three months in most states. Call a few lawyers and see if they give free consultation's and ask what your right's are. make sure that you call family services when you see the things happen to him. If you can't have him atleast you can keep him safe.

Answer 7

Its basically like suing for parental rights. Call a lawyer, and say you want custody. If you have PROOF of the abuse/neglect, you're good to go. But keep in mind that many judges prefer to place with femal rather than male caretakers, so it could be a tough battle. Be prepared!

Answer 8

Start by calling  child protective services, or your prosecuting attorneys office. Good Luck!