Notice Of Hearing On Petition For Adoption {18.2}

FORM 18.2 - NOTICE OF HEARING ON PETITION FOR ADOPTION. This form is used by the Wood County Probate Court in Ohio serves as official legal notification to individuals who may have a legal interest in a pending adoption case. This notice is issued when a petition for adoption of a minor has been filed with the court, and it informs the recipient—typically a biological parent or legal guardian—of the date, time, and location of the scheduled court hearing. It also states the name of the child to be adopted, the proposed new name, and includes the petitioner's name and the child’s date of birth. The notice specifies whether the petition alleges that a parent’s consent is not required due to reasons such as lack of contact or support for over a year prior to the petition, as allowed under Ohio Revised Code (R.C.) 3107.07. The form outlines the serious legal consequences of the adoption, most importantly that if granted, the adoption will permanently terminate the parental rights and responsibilities of the person being notified, including their right to contact the child and all legal familial relationships. It also clearly states the process for objecting to the adoption, which differs based on the child’s age at the time the petition was filed. If the child was under one year old, the objecting party must file a written objection within 14 days; if the child was one year or older, the objection must be filed within 28 days. In both cases, the individual must also appear at the hearing. Failure to do both may result in the adoption proceeding without further input from the objecting party. The form explains the right to legal counsel, stating that an attorney will be appointed at no cost if the person is indigent and requests one. Finally, it includes a certification section confirming that notice has been served, typically via certified mail or personal delivery, along with a return section completed by law enforcement or court staff indicating how and when the notice was served. www.FormsWorkflow.com