Notice Of Hearing On Petition For Adoption (Franklin) {18.2}

FORM A-18.2 - NOTICE OF HEARING ON PETITION FOR ADOPTION [R.C. 3107.11]. This form from the Probate Court of Franklin County, Ohio, is used to formally notify individuals of an upcoming court hearing regarding a petition for the adoption of a minor. This notice is a legal requirement under Ohio Revised Code § 3107.11 and must be served to the relevant parties at least 30 days before the scheduled hearing. It provides key details such as the name of the petitioner, the name and birthdate of the minor to be adopted, the proposed name change, the date, time, and location of the hearing (which may also be held virtually via Zoom), and the grounds on which the petitioner claims that a parent's consent is not required—such as lack of contact or support over the past year. The form also serves as a warning that a final decree of adoption, if granted, will permanently terminate the legal parental rights and responsibilities of the person receiving the notice. It outlines the steps a notified party must take to object to the adoption, including filing a written objection within a specific timeframe and appearing at the hearing. It informs recipients of their right to legal counsel, including the right to a court-appointed attorney if they are indigent, and provides contact information for requesting such representation in a timely manner. www.FormsWorkflow.com