O.C.G.A. § 19-8-26
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As of December 1, 2018
(1) The surrender of rights by a parent or guardian pursuant to paragraph (1) of subsection (e) of Code Section 19-8-4 shall conform substantially to the following form: SURRENDER OF RIGHTS FINAL RELEASE FOR ADOPTION NOTICE TO PARENT OR GUARDIAN: This is an important legal document and by signing it you are surrendering all of your right, title, and claim to the child identified herein, so as to facilitate the child's placement for adoption. You are to receive a copy of this document and as explained below have the right to withdraw your surrender within ten days from the date you sign it. ________ I, the undersigned, being solicitous that my (male) (female) child, born (insert name of child) on (insert birthdate of child), should receive the benefits and advantages of a good home, to the end that (she) (he) may be fitted for the requirements of life, consent to this surrender. I, the undersigned, (insert relationship to child) of the aforesaid child, do hereby surrender the child to (insert name of child-placing agency or Department of Human Services, as applicable) and promise not to interfere in the management of the child in any respect whatever; and, in consideration of the benefits guaranteed by (insert name of child-placing agency or Department of Human Services, as applicable) in thus providing for the child, I do relinquish all right, title, and claim to the child herein named, it being my wish, intent, and purpose to relinquish absolutely all parental control over the child. Furthermore, I hereby agree that the (insert name of child-placing agency or Department of Human Services, as applicable) may seek for the child a legal adoption by such person or persons as may be chosen by the (insert name of child-placing agency or Department of Human Services, as applicable) or its authorized agents, without further notice to me. I do, furthermore, expressly waive any other notice or service in any of the legal proceedings for the adoption of the child. Furthermore, I understand that under Georgia law the Department of Human Services or the child-placing agency is required to conduct an investigation and render a report to the court in connection with the legal proceeding for the legal adoption of the child and I hereby agree to cooperate fully with such department or agency in the conduct of its investigation. Furthermore, I hereby certify that I have received a copy of this document and that I understand I may only withdraw this surrender by giving written notice, delivered in person or mailed by registered mail or statutory overnight delivery, to (insert name and address of child-placing agency or Department of Human Services, as applicable) within ten days from the date hereof; that the ten days shall be counted consecutively beginning with the day immediately following the date hereof; however, if the tenth day falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday then the last day on which the surrender may be withdrawn shall be the next day that is not a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday; and I understand that it may NOT be withdrawn thereafter. Furthermore, I hereby certify that I have not been subjected to any duress or undue pressure in the execution of this surrender document and do so freely and voluntarily. Witness my hand and seal this ________ day of ________, ____. ____________________________ (SEAL) (Parent or guardian) __________________ Unofficial witness _____________ Notary public
(2) Reserved.
(1) The surrender of rights by a parent or guardian pursuant to paragraph (1) of subsection (e) of Code Section 19-8-4 shall conform substantially to the following form: I, the undersigned, being mindful that my (male) (female) [circle one] child, born (name of child) on (birthdate of child) at: (A.M.) (P.M.) [circle one], should receive the benefits and advantages of a good home, to the end that (she) (he) [circle one] may be fitted for the requirements of life, consent to this surrender of my parental rights.
(2) I, the undersigned, (relationship to child) of the aforesaid child, do hereby surrender my rights to the child to (name of child-placing agency, out-of-state licensed agency, or Department of Human Services, as applicable) and promise not to interfere in the management of the child in any respect whatever; and, in consideration of the benefits guaranteed by (name of child-placing agency, out-of-state licensed agency, or Department of Human Services, as applicable) in providing for the child, I do relinquish all rights to the child named in this document, it being my wish, intent, and purpose to relinquish absolutely all parental control over the child. Furthermore, I hereby agree that the (name of child-placing agency, out-of-state licensed agency, or Department of Human Services, as applicable) may seek for the child a legal adoption by such individual or individuals as may be chosen by the (name of child-placing agency, out-of-state licensed agency, or Department of Human Services, as applicable) or its authorized agents, without further notice to me. I do, furthermore, expressly waive any other notice or service in any of the legal proceedings for the adoption of the child.
(3) I understand that under Georgia law an agent appointed by the court is required to conduct an investigation and render a report to the court in connection with the legal proceeding for the legal adoption of the child, and I hereby agree to cooperate fully with such agent in the conduct of its investigation.
(4) I understand that I will receive a copy of this document after the witness and I have signed it and it has been notarized.
(5) I understand that under Georgia law I have the unconditional right to a four-day revocation period. I understand I may only revoke this surrender by giving written notice, delivered in person or mailed by registered mail or statutory overnight delivery, to (name and address of child-placing agency, out-of-state licensed agency, or Department of Human Services, as applicable) within four days from the date of signing this document. I understand that certified mail cannot be used for mail delivery of the notice to revoke this surrender. I understand that the four days will be counted consecutively beginning with the day immediately following the date I sign this document; provided, however, that, if the fourth day falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday, then the last day on which this surrender may be revoked will be the next day that is not a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday. I understand that, if I deliver the notice to revoke this surrender in person, it must be delivered to (name and address) not later than 5:00 P.M. eastern standard time or eastern daylight time, whichever is applicable, on the fourth day; provided, however, that if I mail the notice by registered mail or have it delivered by statutory overnight delivery, I must address it to the address shown in the surrender document and submit it to the United States Postal Service or to the statutory overnight delivery carrier not later than 12:00 Midnight eastern standard time or eastern daylight time, whichever is applicable, on the fourth day. I understand that I CANNOT revoke this surrender after that time.
(6) I understand that if I am not a resident of this state that I am agreeing to be subject to the jurisdiction of the courts of Georgia for any action filed in connection with the adoption of the child. I agree to be bound by a decree of adoption rendered as a result of this surrender of my parental rights.
(7) Furthermore, I hereby certify that I have not been subjected to any duress or undue pressure in the execution of this document and I am signing it freely and voluntarily. This day of,. (Parent or guardian) Adult witness Sworn to and subscribed before me this day of,. Notary Public (SEAL) My commission expires:.”
(8) The notice to revoke a surrender of rights pursuant to subsection (a) of Code Section 19-8-9 shall conform substantially to the following form:
(9) The surrender of rights by a parent or guardian pursuant to paragraph (1) of subsection (e) of Code Section 19-8-5 shall conform substantially to the following form: I, the undersigned, being mindful that my (male) (female) [circle one] child, born (name of child) on (birthdate of child) at: (A.M.) (P.M.) [circle one], should receive the benefits and advantages of a good home, to the end that (she) (he) [circle one] may be fitted for the requirements of life, consent to this surrender of my parental rights.
(6) The pre-birth surrender of rights by a biological father who is not the legal father of the child pursuant to paragraph (3) of subsection (e) of Code Section 19-8-4, 19-8-5, or 19-8-7 shall conform substantially to the following form: This is an important legal document and by signing it you are surrendering any and all of your right, title, and claim to the child identified herein, so as to facilitate the child's placement for adoption. You have the right to wait to execute a Surrender of Rights Final Release for Adoption after the child is born, but by signing this document you are electing to surrender your rights prior to the birth of this child. You are to receive a copy of this document and as explained below have the right to withdraw your pre-birth surrender within ten days from the date you sign it. I, the undersigned, understand that I have been named by ______________, the mother of the child expected to be born in ____________ (city) ____________ (county) ____________ (state) on or about the ________ day of ____________ (month), ____________ (year), as the biological father or possible biological father of her child. I further understand that the mother wishes to place this child for adoption. To the best of my knowledge and belief, the child has not been born as of the date I am signing this pre-birth surrender; however, if in fact the child has been born, this surrender shall have the same effect as if it were a surrender executed following the birth of the child. I understand that by signing this document I am not admitting that I am the biological father of this child, but if I am, I hereby agree that adoption is in this child's best interest. I consent to adoption of this child by any person chosen by the child's mother or by any public or private child-placing agency without further notice to me. I expressly waive any other notice or service in any of the legal proceedings for the adoption of the child. I understand that I have the option to wait until after the child is born to execute a surrender of my rights (with a corresponding ten-day right of withdrawal) and, further, that by executing this document I am electing instead to surrender my rights before the child's birth. I further understand that execution of this document does not fully and finally terminate my responsibilities until a final order of adoption is entered. I understand that if the child is not adopted, legal proceedings can be brought to establish paternity, and I may become liable for financial obligations related to the birth and support of this child. Furthermore, I hereby certify that I have received a copy of this document and that I understand that I may only withdraw this pre-birth surrender by giving written notice, delivered in person or by statutory overnight delivery or registered mail, return receipt requested, to ________________________ within ten days from the date hereof; that the ten days shall be counted consecutively beginning with the day immediately following the date hereof; that, however, if the tenth day falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday, then the last day on which the surrender may be withdrawn shall be the next day that is not a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday; and that it may NOT be withdrawn thereafter. If prior to my signing this pre-birth surrender I have registered on Georgia's putative father registry then if I do not withdraw this surrender within the time permitted, I waive the notice I would be entitled to receive pursuant to the provisions of Code Section 19-8-12 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated because of my registration on the putative father registry. Furthermore, I hereby certify that I have not been subjected to any duress or undue pressure in the execution of this document and do so freely and voluntarily. Witness my hand and seal this ________ day of __________, ________. ____________________________(SEAL) Alleged biological father __________________ Unofficial Witness Sworn to and subscribed before me on this ________ day of ______, __________. __________________ Notary Public Seal My commission expires: ____________.
(10) I, the undersigned, (relationship to child) of the aforesaid child, do hereby surrender my rights to the child to (name, surname not required, of each individual to whom surrender is made), PROVIDED that each such individual is named as petitioner in a petition for adoption of the child filed in accordance with Article 1 of Chapter 8 of Title 19 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated within 60 days from the date that I sign this document. Furthermore, I promise not to interfere in the management of the child in any respect whatever; and, in consideration of the benefits guaranteed by (name, surname not required, of each individual to whom surrender is made) in providing for the child, I do relinquish all rights to the child named in this document, it being my wish, intent, and purpose to relinquish absolutely all parental control over the child.
(11) It is also my wish, intent, and purpose that if each such individual identified in paragraph 2 is not named as petitioner in a petition for adoption within the 60 day period, other than for justifiable good cause, or, if said petition for adoption is filed within 60 days but the adoption proceeding is dismissed with prejudice or otherwise concluded without an order declaring the child to be the adopted child of each such individual, then I do hereby surrender my rights to the child as follows: Indicate your choice by signing ONE of the following statements (you may choose statement A, B, or C): A. (Signature) I wish the child returnedto me, as provided by subsection (j) of Code Section 19-8-5, and I expressly acknowledge that this provision applies only to the limited circumstance that the child is not adopted by the individual or indi-viduals designated in this document and further that this provision does not impair the validity, absolute finality, or totality of this sur-render under any circumstance other than the failure of the desig-nated individual or individuals to adopt the child and that no other provision of this surrender impairs the validity, absolute finality, or totality of this surrender once the four-day revocation period has elapsed; OR B. (Signature) I surrender the child to (name of child-placing agency or out-of-state licensed agency), as provided in subsection (j) of Code Section 19-8-5, for placement for adoption. I understand that if the child-placing agency or out-of-state licensed agency declines to accept the child for placement for adoption, this surrender will be in favor of the Department of Human Services for placement for adop-tion and (name of child-placing agency or out-of-state licensed agency) or the Department of Hu-man Services may petition the superior court for custody of the child in accordance with the terms of this surrender; OR C. (Signature) I surrender the child to the Department of Human Services, as provided by subsection (j) of Code Section 19-8-5, for placement for adoption; and the Department of Human Services may petition the superior court for custody of the child in accordance with the terms of this surrender.
(12) I hereby agree that the child is to be adopted by each individual named in paragraph 2 or by any other individual as may be chosen by (name of child-placing agency or out-of-state licensed agency) or the Department of Human Services and I do expressly waive any other notice or service in any of the legal proceedings for the adoption of the child.
(13) I understand that under Georgia law an evaluator is required to conduct and provide to the court a home study and make recommendations to the court regarding the qualification of each individual named in paragraph 2 to adopt the child concerning the circumstances of placement of the child for adoption.
(14) I understand that under Georgia law an agent appointed by the court is required to conduct an investigation and render a report to the court in connection with the legal proceeding for the legal adoption of the child, and I hereby agree to cooperate fully with such agent in the conduct of its investigation.
(15) I understand that I will receive a copy of this document after the witness and I have signed it and it has been notarized.
(16) I understand that under Georgia law I have the unconditional right to a four-day revocation period. I understand I may only revoke this surrender by giving written notice, delivered in person or mailed by registered mail or statutory overnight delivery, to (name and address of each individual to whom surrender is made or his or her agent) within four days from the date of signing this document. I understand that certified mail cannot be used for mail delivery of the notice to revoke this surrender. I understand that the four days will be counted consecutively beginning with the day immediately following the date I sign this document; provided, however, that, if the fourth day falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday, then the last day on which this surrender may be revoked will be the next day that is not a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday. I understand that, if I deliver the notice to revoke this surrender in person, it must be delivered to (name and address) not later than 5:00 P.M. eastern standard time or eastern daylight time, whichever is applicable, on the fourth day; provided, however, that if I mail the notice by registered mail or have it delivered by statutory overnight delivery, I must address it to the address shown in the surrender document and submit it to the United States Postal Service or to the statutory overnight delivery carrier not later than 12:00 Midnight eastern standard time or eastern daylight time, whichever is applicable, on the fourth day. I understand that I CANNOT revoke this surrender after that time.
(17) I understand that if I am not a resident of this state that I am agreeing to be subject to the jurisdiction of the courts of Georgia for any action filed in connection with the adoption of the child. I agree to be bound by a decree of adoption rendered as a result of this surrender of my parental rights.
(18) Furthermore, I hereby certify that I have not been subjected to any duress or undue pressure in the execution of this document and I am signing it freely and voluntarily. This day of,. (Parent or guardian) Adult witness Sworn to and subscribed before me this day of,. Notary Public (SEAL) My commission expires:.”
(19) The surrender of rights by a biological father who is not a legal father of the child pursuant to paragraph (2) of subsection (e) of Code Section 19-8-4, 19-8-5, 19-8-6, or 19-8-7 shall conform substantially to the following form: I, the undersigned, alleged biological father of a (male) (female) [circle one] child, born (name of child) to (name of legal mother) on (birthdate of child) at: (A.M.) (P.M.) [circle one], being mindful that the child should receive the benefits and advantages of a good home, to the end that (she) (he) [circle one] may be fitted for the require-ments of life, consent to this surrender of my rights. I, the undersign-ed, do hereby surrender my rights to the child. I promise not to inter-fere in the management of the child in any respect whatever; and, in consideration of the benefits provided to the child through adoption, I do relinquish all rights to the child named in this document, it being my wish, intent, and purpose to relinquish absolutely all control over the child.
(20) I hereby agree that the child is to be adopted and I do expressly waive any other notice or service in any of the legal proceedings for the adoption of the child. I understand that under Georgia law an agent appointed by the court is required to conduct an investigation and render a report to the court in connection with the legal proceeding for the legal adoption of the child, and I hereby agree to cooperate fully with such agent in the conduct of its investigation.
(21) I understand that I will receive a copy of this document after the witness and I have signed it and it has been notarized.
(22) I understand that under Georgia law I have the unconditional right to a four-day revocation period. I understand I may only revoke this surrender by giving written notice, delivered in person or mailed by registered mail or statutory overnight delivery, to (name and address of child-placing agency representative, out-of-state licensed agency representative, Department of Human Services representative, individual to whom surrender is made or his or her agent, or petitioner’s representative, as applicable) within four days from the date of signing this docu-ment. I understand that certified mail cannot be used for mail delivery of the notice to revoke this surrender. I understand that the four days will be counted consecutively beginning with the day immediately following the date I sign this document; provided, however, that, if the fourth day falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday, then the last day on which this surrender may be revoked will be the next day that is not a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday. I understand that, if I deliver the notice to revoke this surrender in person, it must be delivered to (name and address) not later than 5:00 P.M. eastern standard time or eastern daylight time, whichever is applicable, on the fourth day; provided, however, that if I mail the notice by registered mail or have it delivered by statutory overnight delivery, I must address it to the address shown in the surrender document and submit it to the United States Postal Service or to the statutory overnight delivery carrier not later than 12:00 Midnight eastern standard time or eastern daylight time, whichever is applicable, on the fourth day. I understand that I CANNOT revoke this surrender after that time.
(23) I understand that if I am not a resident of this state that I am agreeing to be subject to the jurisdiction of the courts of Georgia for any action filed in connection with the adoption of the child. I agree to be bound by a decree of adoption rendered as a result of this surrender of my parental rights.
(24) Furthermore, I hereby certify that I have not been subjected to any duress or undue pressure in the execution of this document and I am signing it freely and voluntarily. This day of,. (Alleged biological father) Adult witness Sworn to and subscribed before me this day of,. Notary public (SEAL) My commission expires:.”
(25) The surrender of rights by a parent or guardian pursuant to paragraph (1) of subsection (e) of Code Section 19-8-6 or 19-8-7 shall conform substantially to the following form: I, the undersigned, being mindful that my (male) (female) [circle one] child, born (name of child) on (birthdate of child) at: (A.M.) (P.M.) [circle one], should receive the benefits and advantages of a good home, to the end that (she) (he) [circle one] may be fitted for the requirements of life, consent to this surrender of my parental rights.
(26) I, the undersigned, (relationship to child) of the aforesaid child, do hereby surrender my rights to the child to (name of each individual to whom surrender is made) and promise not to interfere in the management of the child in any respect whatever; and, in consideration of the benefits guaranteed by (name of each individual to whom surrender is made) in providing for the child, I do relinquish all rights to the child named in this document, it being my wish, intent, and purpose to relinquish absolutely all parental control over the child.
(27) I hereby agree that (name of each individual to whom surrender is made) may initiate legal proceedings for the legal adoption of the child without further notice to me. I do, furthermore, expressly waive any other notice or service in any of the legal proceedings for the adoption of the child.
(28) I understand that under Georgia law an agent may be appointed by the court to conduct an investigation and render a report to the court in connection with the legal proceeding for the legal adoption of the child, and I hereby agree to cooperate fully with such agent in the conduct of its investigation.
(29) I understand that I will receive a copy of this document after the witness and I have signed it and it has been notarized.
(30) I understand that under Georgia law I have the unconditional right to a four-day revocation period. I understand I may only revoke this surrender by giving written notice, delivered in person or mailed by registered mail or statutory overnight delivery, to (name and address of each individual to whom surrender is made or petitioner’s representative, as applicable) within four days from the date of signing this document. I understand that certified mail cannot be used for mail delivery of the notice to revoke this surrender. I understand that the four days will be counted consecutively beginning with the day immediately following the date I sign this document; provided, however, that, if the fourth day falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday, then the last day on which this surrender may be revoked will be the next day that is not a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday. I understand that, if I deliver the notice to revoke my surrender in person, it must be delivered to (name and address) not later than 5:00 P.M. eastern standard time or eastern daylight time, whichever is applicable, on the fourth day; provided, however, that if I mail the notice by registered mail or have it delivered by statutory overnight delivery, I must address it to the address shown in the surrender document and submit it to the United States Postal Service or to the statutory overnight delivery carrier not later than 12:00 Midnight eastern standard time or eastern daylight time, whichever is applicable, on the fourth day. I understand that I CANNOT revoke this surrender after that time.
(31) I understand that if I am not a resident of this state that I am agreeing to be subject to the jurisdiction of the courts of Georgia for any action filed in connection with the adoption of the child. I agree to be bound by a decree of adoption rendered as a result of this surrender of my parental rights.
(32) Furthermore, I hereby certify that I have not been subjected to any duress or undue pressure in the execution of this document and I am signing it freely and voluntarily. This day of,. (Parent or guardian) Adult witness Sworn to and subscribed before me this day of,. Notary public (SEAL) My commission expires:.”
(33) The pre-birth surrender of rights by a biological father who is not a legal father of the child pursuant to paragraph (3) of subsection (e) of Code Section 19-8-4, 19-8-5, or 19-8-7 shall conform substantially to the following form: I, the undersigned, understand that I have been named by, the biological mother of the child expected to be born in (city) (county) (state) on or about the day of (month), (year), as the biological father or possible biological father of her child. I further understand that the biological mother wishes to place this child for adoption.
(34) To the best of my knowledge and belief, the child has not been born as of the date I am signing this pre-birth surrender; however, if in fact the child has been born, this surrender shall have the same effect as if it were a surrender executed following the birth of the child.
(35) I understand that by signing this document I am not admitting that I am the biological father of this child, but if I am, I hereby agree that adoption is in this child’s best interest. I consent to adoption of this child by any individual chosen by the child’s legal mother or by any public or private agency that places children without further notice to me. I expressly waive any other notice or service in any of the legal proceedings for the adoption of the child. I understand that I have the option to wait until after the child is born to execute a surrender of my rights (with a corresponding four-day right of revocation) and, further, that by executing this document I am electing instead to surrender my rights before the child’s birth.
(36) I understand that signing this document does not fully and finally terminate my rights and responsibilities until an order from a court of competent jurisdiction terminating my rights or a final order of adoption is entered. I understand that if the child is not adopted after I sign this document, legal proceedings can be brought to establish paternity, and I may become liable for financial obligations related to the birth and support of this child.
(37) I understand that I will receive a copy of this document after the witness and I have signed it and it has been notarized.
(38) I understand that under Georgia law I have the unconditional right to a four-day revocation period. I understand that I may only revoke this pre-birth surrender by giving written notice, delivered in person or mailed by registered mail or statutory overnight delivery, to (name and address of child-placing agency representative, out-of-state licensed agency representative, Department of Human Services representative, individual to whom surrender is made or his or her agent, or petitioner’s representative, as applicable) within four days from the date of signing this document. I understand that certified mail cannot be used for mail delivery of the notice to revoke this pre-birth surrender. I understand that the four days will be counted consecutively beginning with the day immediately following the date I sign this document; provided, however, that, if the fourth day falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday, then the last day on which this surrender may be revoked will be the next day that is not a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday. I understand that, if I deliver the notice to revoke this surrender in person, it must be delivered to (name and address) not later than 5:00 P.M. eastern standard time or eastern daylight time, whichever is applicable, on the fourth day; provided, however, that if I mail the notice by registered mail or have it delivered by statutory overnight delivery, I must address it to the address shown in the surrender document and submit it to the United States Postal Service or to the statutory overnight delivery carrier not later than 12:00 Midnight eastern standard time or eastern daylight time, whichever is applicable, on the fourth day. I understand that I CANNOT revoke this surrender after that time.
(39) If prior to my signing this pre-birth surrender I have registered on Georgia’s putative father registry then, if I do not revoke this surrender within the time permitted, I waive the notice I would be entitled to receive pursuant to Code Section 19-8-12 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated because of my registration on the putative father registry.
(40) I understand that if I am not a resident of this state that I am agreeing to be subject to the jurisdiction of the courts of Georgia for any action filed in connection with the adoption of the child. I agree to be bound by a decree of adoption rendered as a result of this surrender of my parental rights.
(41) Furthermore, I hereby certify that I have not been subjected to any duress or undue pressure in the execution of this document and I am signing it freely and voluntarily. This day of,. (Alleged biological father) Adult witness Sworn to and subscribed before me this day of,. Notary public (SEAL) My commission expires:.”
(42) The acknowledgment of surrender of rights pursuant to subsection (f) of Code Section 19-8-4, 19-8-5, 19-8-6, or 19-8-7 shall conform substantially to the following form:
(43) The affidavit of a legal mother required by paragraph (1) of subsection (g) of Code Section 19-8-4, 19-8-5, 19-8-6, or 19-8-7 for the surrender of her rights shall meet the following requirements: The affidavit shall set forth: Her name;
(44) Her relationship to the child;
(45) Her age;
(11) Her marital status;
(46) Her marital status at the time of conception and of the birth of the child;
(47) The identity and last known address of her spouse or former spouse and whether any such spouse is the biological father of the child;
(48) The identity, last known address, and relationship to the legal mother of the biological father of the child, provided that she shall have the right not to disclose the name and address of the biological father of the child should she so desire;
(14) Whether or not the biological father of the child has lived with the child, contributed to its support, provided for the mother's support or medical care during her pregnancy or during her hospitalization for the birth of the child, or made an attempt to legitimate the child; and
(49) Whether or not she has consented to the appointment of a temporary guardian for the child and, if so, provide the name and address of the temporary guardian and the probate court in which the petition for temporary guardianship was filed;
(50) Whether custody of the child has been awarded to another individual and, if so, provide the name of the child’s custodian and the court in which custody was awarded;
(51) Whether or not the biological father of the child is or was in a branch of the United States armed forces and, if so, provide details as to his military service;
(52) Whether or not the biological mother or any member of her family is or was an enrolled member of a federally recognized American Indian tribe, is or was a resident of an American Indian reservation, or is or was an Alaskan native;
(53) Whether or not the biological father of the child or any member of his family is or was an enrolled member of a federally recognized American Indian tribe, is or was a resident of an American Indian reservation, or is or was an Alaskan native; and
(54) All financial assistance received by or promised her either directly or indirectly, from whatever source, in connection with her pregnancy, the birth of the child, or the placement or arranging for the placement of the child for adoption (including the date, amount or value, description, payor, and payee), provided that financial assistance provided directly by her husband, mother, father, sister, brother, aunt, uncle, grandfather, or grandmother need not be detailed and instead she need only state the nature of the assistance received; and
(55) The affidavit shall conform substantially to the following form:
(56) The affidavit of an adoptive mother required by paragraph (2) of subsection (g) of Code Section 19-8-4, 19-8-5, 19-8-6, or 19-8-7 for the surrender of her rights shall meet the following requirements: The affidavit shall set forth: Her name;
(57) Her relationship to the child;
(58) Her age;
(59) Her marital status;
(60) The name and last known address of any spouse or former spouse at the time the child was adopted and whether any such spouse also adopted the child or is the biological father of the child;
(61) The circumstances surrounding her adoption of the child, including the date the adoption was finalized, the state and county where finalized, and the name and address of the adoption agency, if any;
(23) All financial assistance received by or promised her either directly or indirectly, from whatever source, in connection with the placement or arranging for the placement of her child for adoption (including the date, amount or value, description, payor, and payee), provided that financial assistance provided directly by the adoptive mother's husband, mother, father, sister, brother, aunt, uncle, grandfather, or grandmother need not be detailed and instead the adoptive mother need only state the nature of the assistance received.
(62) Whether or not she has consented to the appointment of a temporary guardian for the child and, if so, provide the name of the temporary guardian and the probate court in which the petition for temporary guardianship was filed;
(63) Whether custody of the child has been awarded to another individual and, if so, provide the name of the child’s custodian and the court in which custody was awarded; and
(64) The affidavit shall be in substantially the following form:
(65) The affidavit of a child-placing agency, out-of-state licensed agency, or department representative required by subsection (h) of Code Section 19-8-4 shall conform substantially to the following form:
(66) The affidavit of a petitioner’s representative or of the representative of the individual signing the surrender of rights required by subsection (h) of Code Section 19-8-5, 19-8-6, or 19-8-7 shall conform substantially to the following form:
(67) The parental consent to a stepparent adoption required by subsection (j) of Code Section 19-8-6 shall conform substantially to the following form:
SURRENDER OF RIGHTS
FINAL RELEASE FOR ADOPTION
NOTICE TO PARENT OR GUARDIAN:
(68) The sworn statement executed by the biological mother identifying an alleged biological father of her unborn child authorized and required by subparagraph (e)(3)(E) of Code Section 19-8-4, 19-8-5, or 19-8-7 shall conform substantially to the following form:
(69) The affidavit regarding Native American heritage and military service authorized and required by subsection (k) of Code Sections 19-8-4, 19-8-6, and 19-8-7 and subsection (o) of Code Section 19-8-5 shall conform substantially to the following form:
This is an important legal document and by signing it you are surrendering all of your right, title, and claim to the child identified herein so as to facilitate the child's placement for adoption. You are to receive a copy of this document and as explained below have the right to withdraw your surrender within ten days from the date you sign it.
“SURRENDER OF RIGHTSFINAL RELEASE FOR ADOPTION NOTICE TO PARENT OR GUARDIAN: This is an important legal document and by signing it, you are surrendering all of your rights to the child identified in this document, so as to place the child for adoption. Understand that you are signing this document under oath and that if you knowingly and willfully make a false statement in this document you will be guilty of the crime of false swearing. As explained below in paragraph 5, you have the right to revoke this surrender within four days from the date you sign it. STATE OF GEORGIA COUNTY OF Personally appeared before me, the undersigned officer duly authorized to administer oaths, (name of parent or guardian) who, after having been sworn, deposes and says as follows:
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I, the undersigned, being solicitous that my (male) (female) child, born ( insert name of child ), on ( insert birthdate of child ), should receive the benefits and advantages of a good home, to the end that (she) (he) may be fitted for the requirements of life, consent to this surrender. I, the undersigned, ( insert relationship to child ) of the aforesaid child, do hereby surrender the child to ( insert name, surname not required, of each person to whom surrender is made ), PROVIDED that each such person is named as petitioner in a petition for adoption of the child filed in accordance with Article 1 of Chapter 8 of Title 19 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated within 60 days from the date hereof. Furthermore, I promise not to interfere in the management of the child in any respect whatever; and, in consideration of the benefits guaranteed by ( insert name, surname not required, of each person to whom surrender is made ) in thus providing for the child, I do relinquish all right, title, and claim to the child herein named, it being my wish, intent, and purpose to relinquish absolutely all parental control over the child. It is also my wish, intent, and purpose that if each such person is not named as petitioner in a petition for adoption as provided for above within the 60 day period, other than for excusable neglect, or, if said petition for adoption is filed within 60 days but the adoption action is dismissed with prejudice or otherwise concluded without an order declaring the child to be the adopted child of each such person, then I do hereby surrender the child as follows: (Mark one of the following as chosen) _ I wish the child returned to me, and I expressly acknowledge that this provision applies only to the limited circumstance that the child is not adopted by the person or persons designated herein and further that this provision does not impair the validity, absolute finality, or totality of this surrender under any circumstance other than the failure of the designated person or persons to adopt the child and that no other provision of this surrender impairs the validity, absolute finality, or totality of this surrender once the revocation period has elapsed; or _ I surrender the child to ( insert name of designated licensed child-placing agency ), a licensed child-placing agency, for placement for adoption; or _ I surrender the child to the Department of Human Services, as provided by subsection (k) of Code Section 19-8-5, for placement for adoption; and ( insert name of designated licensed child-placing agency ) or the Department of Human Services may petition the superior court for custody of the child in accordance with the terms of this surrender. Furthermore, I hereby agree that the child is to be adopted either by each person named above or by any other such person as may be chosen by the ( insert name of designated licensed child-placing agency ) or the Department of Human Services and I do expressly waive any other notice or service in any of the legal proceedings for the adoption of the child. Furthermore, I understand that under Georgia law an evaluator is required to conduct and provide to the court a home study and make recommendations to the court regarding the qualification of each person named above to adopt a child concerning the circumstances of placement of my child for adoption. I hereby agree to cooperate fully with such investigations. Furthermore, I understand that under Georgia law, an agent appointed by the court is required to conduct an investigation and render a report to the court in connection with the legal proceeding for the legal adoption of the child, and I hereby agree to cooperate fully with such agent in the conduct of this investigation. Furthermore, I hereby certify that I have received a copy of this document and that I understand I may only withdraw this surrender by giving written notice, delivered in person or mailed by registered mail or statutory overnight delivery, to ( insert name and address of agent of each person to whom surrender is made ) within ten days from the date hereof; that the ten days shall be counted consecutively beginning with the day immediately following the date hereof; provided, however, that if the tenth day falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday, then the last day on which the surrender may be withdrawn shall be the next day that is not a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday; and I understand that it may NOT be withdrawn thereafter. Furthermore, I hereby certify that I have not been subjected to any duress or undue pressure in the execution of this surrender document and do so freely and voluntarily. Witness my hand and seal this ________ day of ________, ____. ____________________________ (SEAL) (Parent or guardian) __________________ Unofficial witness Sworn to and subscribed before me this ________ day of ________, ____. __________________ Notary public (SEAL) My commission expires ____________.
SURRENDER OF RIGHTS
FINAL RELEASE FOR ADOPTION
NOTICE TO ALLEGED BIOLOGICAL FATHER:
“NOTICE TO REVOKE SURRENDER OF RIGHTS/FINAL RELEASE FOR ADOPTION I, the undersigned, executed a (SURRENDER OF RIGHTS/FINAL RELEASE FOR ADOPTION) (PRE-BIRTH SURRENDER OF RIGHTS/FINAL RELEASE FOR ADOPTION) [circle one] as to the child identified in the surrender of rights document on (date). My relationship to the (child) (unborn child) [circle one] is that I am the (mother) (father) (alleged biological father) (guardian) [circle one]. This notice to revoke my surrender of rights applies to the (female) (male) [circle one] child born (name of child) on (birthdate of child). (Complete this paragraph if the child has been born.) I now wish to exercise my right to revoke my surrender of rights. I understand that for my revocation of surrender to be effective I must: A. Deliver the original of this document in person to the address designated in the surrender of rights document no later than 5:00 P.M. eastern standard time or eastern daylight time, whichever is applicable, on the fourth day of the revocation period specified in the surrender of rights document; OR B. Mail the original of this document by registered mail or by statutory overnight delivery to the address designated in the surrender of rights document no later than 12:00 Midnight eastern standard time or eastern daylight time, whichever is applicable, on the fourth day of the revocation period specified in the surrender of rights document. This day of,. (Parent, guardian, or alleged biological father) (Printed name) Adult witness”
This is an important legal document and by signing it you are surrendering all of your right, title, and claim to the child identified herein, so as to facilitate the child's placement for adoption. You are to receive a copy of this document and as explained below have the right to withdraw your surrender within ten days from the date you sign it.
“SURRENDER OF RIGHTSFINAL RELEASE FOR ADOPTION NOTICE TO PARENT OR GUARDIAN: This is an important legal document and by signing it, you are surrendering all of your rights to the child identified in this document, so as to place the child for adoption. Understand that you are signing this document under oath and that if you knowingly and willfully make a false statement in this document you will be guilty of the crime of false swearing. As explained below in paragraph 8, you have the right to revoke this surrender within four days from the date you sign it. STATE OF GEORGIA COUNTY OF Personally appeared before me, the undersigned officer duly authorized to administer oaths, (name of parent or guardian) who, after having been sworn, deposes and says as follows:
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I, the undersigned, alleged biological father of a (male) (female) child, born ( insert name of child ) to ( insert name of mother ) on ( insert birthdate of child ), being solicitous that said child should receive the benefits and advantages of a good home, to the end that (she) (he) may be fitted for the requirements of life, consent to this surrender. I, the undersigned, do hereby surrender the child. I promise not to interfere in the management of the child in any respect whatever; and, in consideration of the benefits provided to the child through adoption, I do relinquish all right, title, and claim to the child herein named, it being my wish, intent, and purpose to relinquish absolutely all control over the child. Furthermore, I hereby agree that the child is to be adopted and I do expressly waive any other notice or service in any of the legal proceedings for the adoption of the child. Furthermore, I understand that under Georgia law an agent appointed by the court is required to conduct an investigation and render a report to the court in connection with the legal proceeding for the legal adoption of the child and I hereby agree to cooperate fully with the agent appointed by the court in the conduct of this investigation. Furthermore, I hereby certify that I have received a copy of this document and that I understand I may only withdraw this surrender by giving written notice, delivered in person or mailed by registered mail or statutory overnight delivery, to ( insert name and address of child-placing agency representative, Department of Human Services representative, person to whom surrender is made, or petitioner's representative, as appropriate ) within ten days from the date hereof; that the ten days shall be counted consecutively beginning with the day immediately following the date hereof; however, if the tenth day falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday then the last day on which the surrender may be withdrawn shall be the next day that is not a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday; and I understand that it may NOT be withdrawn thereafter. Furthermore, I hereby certify that I have not been subjected to any duress or undue pressure in the execution of this surrender document and do so freely and voluntarily. Witness my hand and seal this ________ day of ________, ____. ____________________________ (SEAL) (Alleged biological father) __________________ Unofficial witness Sworn to and subscribed before me this ________ day of ____________, ________. __________________ Notary public (SEAL) My commission expires __________________.
SURRENDER OF RIGHTS
FINAL RELEASE FOR ADOPTION
NOTICE TO PARENT OR GUARDIAN:
This is an important legal document and by signing it you are surrendering all of your right, title, and claim to the child identified herein, so as to facilitate the child's placement for adoption. You are to receive a copy of this document and as explained below have the right to withdraw your surrender within ten days from the date you sign it.
“SURRENDER OF RIGHTSFINAL RELEASE FOR ADOPTION NOTICE TO ALLEGED BIOLOGICAL FATHER: This is an important legal document and by signing it you are surrendering all of your rights to the child identified in this document. Understand that you are signing this document under oath and that if you knowingly and willfully make a false statement in this document you will be guilty of the crime of false swearing. As explained below in paragraph 4, you have the right to revoke this surrender within four days from the date you sign it. STATE OF GEORGIA COUNTY OF Personally appeared before me, the undersigned officer duly authorized to administer oaths, (name of alleged biological father) who, after having been sworn, deposes and says as follows:
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I, the undersigned, being solicitous that my (male) (female) child, born ( insert name of child ), on ( insert birthdate of child ), should receive the benefits and advantages of a good home, to the end that (she) (he) may be fitted for the requirements of life, consent to this surrender. I, the undersigned, ( insert relationship to child ) of the aforesaid child, do hereby surrender the child to ( insert name of each person to whom surrender is made ) and promise not to interfere in the management of the child in any respect whatever; and, in consideration of the benefits guaranteed by ( insert name of each person to whom surrender is made ) in thus providing for the child, I do relinquish all right, title, and claim to the child herein named, it being my wish, intent, and purpose to relinquish absolutely all parental control over the child. Furthermore, I hereby agree that ( insert name of each person to whom surrender is made ) may initiate legal proceedings for the legal adoption of the child without further notice to me. I do, furthermore, expressly waive any other notice or service in any of the legal proceedings for the adoption of the child. Furthermore, I understand that under Georgia law the Department of Human Services may be required to conduct an investigation and render a report to the court in connection with the legal proceeding for the legal adoption of the child and I hereby agree to cooperate fully with the department in the conduct of its investigation. Furthermore, I hereby certify that I have received a copy of this document and that I understand I may only withdraw this surrender by giving written notice, delivered in person or mailed by registered mail or statutory overnight delivery, to ( insert name and address of each person to whom surrender is made ) within ten days from the date hereof; that the ten days shall be counted consecutively beginning with the day immediately following the date hereof; however, if the tenth day falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday then the last day on which the surrender may be withdrawn shall be the next day that is not a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday; and I understand it may NOT be withdrawn thereafter. Furthermore, I hereby certify that I have not been subjected to any duress or undue pressure in the execution of this surrender document and do so freely and voluntarily. Witness my hand and seal this ________ day of ________, ____. ____________________________ (SEAL) (Parent or guardian) __________________ Unofficial witness _____________ Notary public
PRE-BIRTH SURRENDER OF RIGHTS
FINAL RELEASE FOR ADOPTION
NOTICE TO ALLEGED BIOLOGICAL FATHER:
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ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF SURRENDER
OF RIGHTS
“SURRENDER OF RIGHTSFINAL RELEASE FOR ADOPTION NOTICE TO PARENT OR GUARDIAN: This is an important legal document and by signing it, you are surrendering all of your rights to the child identified in this document, so as to place the child for adoption. Understand that you are signing this document under oath and that if you knowingly and willfully make a false statement in this document you will be guilty of the crime of false swearing. As explained below in paragraph 6, you have the right to revoke this surrender within four days from the date you sign it. STATE OF GEORGIA COUNTY OF Personally appeared before me, the undersigned officer duly authorized to administer oaths, (name of parent or guardian) who, after having been sworn, deposes and says as follows:
“PRE-BIRTH SURRENDER OF RIGHTSFINAL RELEASE FOR ADOPTION NOTICE TO ALLEGED BIOLOGICAL FATHER: This is an important legal document and by signing it, you are surrendering any and all of your rights to the child identified in this document, so as to place the child for adoption. You have the right to wait to execute a SURRENDER OF RIGHTS/FINAL RELEASE FOR ADOPTION after the child is born, but by signing this document, you are electing to surrender your rights prior to the birth of this child. Understand that you are signing this document under oath and that if you knowingly and willfully make a false statement in this document you will be guilty of the crime of false swearing. As explained below in paragraph 6, you have the right to revoke this pre-birth surrender within four days from the date you sign it. STATE OF GEORGIA COUNTY OF Personally appeared before me, the undersigned officer duly authorized to administer oaths, (name of alleged biological father) who, after having been sworn, deposes and says as follows:
“ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF SURRENDEROF RIGHTS STATE OF GEORGIA COUNTY OF Personally appeared before me, the undersigned officer duly authorized to administer oaths, (name of parent, guardian, or alleged biological father) who, after having been sworn, deposes and says as follows: (A) That I have read the accompanying (PRE-BIRTH SURREN-DER OF RIGHTS/FINAL RELEASE FOR ADOPTION) (SURREND-ER OF RIGHTS/FINAL RELEASE FOR ADOPTION) [circle one] relating to the child born (name of child), a (male) (female) [circle one] on (birthdate of child); (B) That I understand that this is a full, final, and complete surrender, release, and termination of all of my rights to the child; (C) That I have the unconditional right to revoke the surrender by giving written notice, delivered in person or mailed by registered mail or statutory overnight delivery, to (name and address of child-placing agency or its representative, out-of-state licensed agency or its representative, Department of Human Services or its representative, individual to whom surrender is made or his or her agent, or petitioner’s representative, as applic-able) within four days from the date of signing the surrender and that after such four-day revocation period I shall have no right to re-voke the surrender. I understand that certified mail cannot be used for mail delivery of the notice to revoke the surrender of my rights. I understand that, if I deliver the notice to revoke my surrender in person, it must be delivered to (name and address) not later than 5:00 P.M. eastern standard time or eastern daylight time, whichever is applicable, on the fourth day; provided, however, that if I mail the notice by registered mail or have it delivered by statutory overnight delivery, I must address it to the address shown in the surrender document and submit it to the United States Postal Service or to the statutory overnight deli-very carrier not later than 12:00 Midnight eastern standard time or eastern daylight time, whichever is applicable, on the fourth day. I understand that the four days will be counted consecutively beginning with the day immediately following the date I signed the surrender; provided, however, that, if the fourth day falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday, then the last day on that is which the surrender may be revoked will be the next day not a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday; (D) That I have read the accompanying surrender of rights and received a copy thereof; (E) That any and all questions regarding the effect of such surrender and its provisions have been satisfactorily explained to me; (F) That I have been given an opportunity to consult with an attorney of my choice before signing the surrender of my rights; and (G) That the surrender of my rights has been knowingly, intentionally, freely, and voluntarily made by me. This day of,. (Parent, guardian, or alleged biological father) Adult witness Sworn to and subscribed before me this day of,. Notary public (SEAL) My commission expires:.”
MOTHER'S AFFIDAVIT
NOTICE TO MOTHER: This is an important legal document which deals with your child’s right to have its father’s rights properly determined. If you decline to disclose the name and address of the biological father of your child, understand that you may be required to appear in court to explain your refusal and that your name may be used in connection with the publication of notice to the biological father. Understand that you are providing this affidavit under oath and that the information provided will be held in strict confidence and will be used only in connection with the adoption of your child. STATE OF GEORGIA COUNTY OF __________________ Personally appeared before me, the undersigned officer duly authorized to administer oaths, __________________, who, after having been sworn, deposes and says as follows: That my name is _____________. That I am the mother of a (male) (female) child born (insert name of child) in the State of ________, County of ________ on (insert birthdate of child). That I am ________ years of age, having been born in the State of ________, County of ________ on ________. That my social security account number is ________. That my marital status at the time of the conception of my child was (check the status and complete the appropriate information): ( ) Single, never having been married. ( ) Separated but not legally divorced; the name of my spouse is ____________; his last known address is __________________; we were married in the State of ____________, County of ____________ on ____________; we have been separated since ______________; we last had sexual relations on ____________. ( ) Divorced; the name of my previous spouse is ____________; we were married in the State of ____________, County of ________ on ________; his last known address is __________________; divorce granted in the State of ____________, County of ____________ on ____________. ( ) Legally married; the name of my spouse (was) (is) ____________; we were married in the State of ________, County of ________ on ________; and his last known address is ____________. ( ) Married through common-law marriage relationship prior to January 1, 1997; the name of my spouse (was) (is) __________________; his last known address is ____________; our relationship began in the State of ____________, County of ____________ on ______________. ( ) Widowed; the name of my deceased spouse was __________________; we were married in the State of ____________, County of ____________ on ____________; and he died on ____________ in the County of ____________, State of ________. That my name and marital status at the time of the birth of my child was (check the status and complete the appropriate information): Name ________________________________________________________________________ ( ) Single, never having been married. ( ) Separated, but not legally divorced; the name of my spouse (was) (is) ____________; his last known address is __________________; we were married in the State of ____________, County of ____________ on ____________; we have been separated since ____________; we last had sexual relations on ____________. ( ) Divorced; the name of my former spouse is ______________; we were married in the State of ______________, County of ______________ on ______________; his last known address is ______________; divorce granted in the State of ______________, County of ______________. ( ) Legally Married; the name of my spouse (was) (is) ____________; we were married in the State of ____________, County of ____________ on ____________ on ____________; and his last known address is ____________. ( ) Married through common-law relationship prior to January 1, 1997; the name of my spouse (was) (is) ____________; his last known address is ____________; our relationship began in the State of ____________, County of ________ on ____________. ( ) Widowed; the name of my deceased spouse was ____________; we were married in the State of ____________, County of ____________ on ________; and he died on ____________ in the County of ____________, State of ____________. That the name of the biological father of my child is (complete appropriate response): Known to me and is (__________________ ); Known to me but I expressly decline to identify him because ______________; or Unknown to me because _________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________. That the last known address of the biological father of my child is (complete appropriate response): Known to me and is __________________; Known to me but I expressly decline to provide his address because __________________; or Unknown to me because _________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________. That, to the best of my knowledge, I (am) (am not) of American Indian heritage. If so: (A) The name of my American Indian tribe is ____________ and the percentage of my American Indian blood is ________ percent. (B) My relatives with American Indian blood are: _________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ (C) I (am) (am not) a member of an American Indian tribe. If so, the name of the tribe is ______________. (D) I (am) (am not) registered with an American Indian tribal registry. If so, the American Indian tribal registry is: __________________ and my registration or identification number is: __________________. (E) A member of my family (is) (is not) a member of an American Indian tribe. If so, the name of each such family member is: ______________ and the name of the corresponding American Indian tribe is: __________________. (F) A member of my family (is) (is not) registered with an American Indian tribal registry. If so, the name of each such family member is: ________________________ and the name of the corresponding American Indian tribal registry is: __________________ and their corresponding registration or identification numbers are: ____________. That to the best of my knowledge, the biological father (is) (is not) of American Indian heritage. If so: (A) The name of his American Indian tribe is ____________ and the percentage of his American Indian blood is ________ percent. (B) His relatives with American Indian blood are: _________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________. (C) He (is) (is not) a member of an American Indian tribe. If so, the name of the tribe is:__________________. (D) He (is) (is not) registered with an American Indian tribal registry. If so, the American Indian tribal registry is: __________________ and his registration or identification number is: __________________________. That the date of birth of the biological father (was ______________, ________) or (is not known to me). That the biological father (is) (is not) on active duty in a branch of the United States armed forces. If so: (A) The branch of his service is (Army) (Navy) (Marine) (Air Force) (Coast Guard). (B) His rank is ______________. (C) His duty station is __________________. If applicable, please provide any additional available information regarding his military service. _________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________. That the biological father of my child, whether or not identified herein (strike each inappropriate phrase): (Was) (Was not) married to me at the time this child was conceived; (Was) (Was not) married to me at any time during my pregnancy with this child; (Was) (Was not) married to me at the time that this child was born; (Did) (Did not) marry me after the child was born and recognize the child as his own; (Has) (Has not) been determined to be the child’s father by a final paternity order of a court; (Has) (Has not) legitimated the child by a final court order; (Has) (Has not) lived with the child; (Has) (Has not) contributed to its support; (Has) (Has not) provided for my support during my pregnancy or hospitalization for the birth of the child; (Has) (Has not) provided for my medical care during my pregnancy or hospitalization for the birth of the child; and (Has) (Has not) made any attempt to legitimate the child. That I have received or been promised the following financial assistance, either directly or indirectly, from whatever source, in connection with my pregnancy, the birth of my child, and its placement for adoption: ________________________. That I recognize that if I knowingly and willfully make a false statement in this affidavit, I will be guilty of the crime of false swearing. ______________________________ (Biological mother's signature) Sworn to and subscribed before me this __________ day of ____________, ________. __________________________ Notary public (SEAL) My Commission Expires ______________.
“LEGAL MOTHER’S AFFIDAVIT NOTICE TO LEGAL MOTHER: This is an important legal document which deals with the child’s right to have his or her biological father’s rights properly determined. You have the right not to disclose the name and address of the biological father of the child. Understand that you are providing this affidavit under oath and that if you knowingly and willfully make a false statement in this affidavit you will be guilty of the crime of false swearing. The information you provide will be held in strict confidence and will be used only in connection with the adoption of the child. STATE OF GEORGIA COUNTY OF Personally appeared before me, the undersigned officer duly authorized to administer oaths,, who, after having been sworn, deposes and says as follows: That my name is. That I am the legal mother of a (male) (female) [circle one] child born (name of child) in the State of, County of on (birthdate of child) at: (A.M.) (P.M.) [circle one]. That I am years of age, having been born in the State of, County of on. That my social security number is. That my marital status at the time of the conception of the child was (check the status and complete the appropriate information): ( ) Single, never having been married. ( ) Separated but not legally divorced; the name of my spouse (was) (is) [circle one]; my spouse’s last known address is; we were married in the State of, County of on; we have been separated since; we last had sexual relations on (date); my spouse (is) (is not) [circle one] the biological father of said child. ( ) Divorced; the name of my former spouse is; we were married in the State of, County of on; we last had sexual relations on (date); my former spouse’s last known address is; divorce granted in the State of, County of on; my former spouse (is) (is not) [circle one] the biological father of said child. ( ) Legally married; the name of my spouse (was) (is) [circle one]; we were married in the State of, County of on; and my spouse’s last known address is; my spouse (is) (is not) [circle one] the biological father of said child. ( ) Married through common-law marriage relationship prior to January 1, 1997; the name of my spouse (was) (is) [circle one]; my spouse’s last known address is; our relationship began in the State of, County of on; my spouse (is) (is not) [circle one] the biological father of said child. ( ) Widowed; the name of my deceased spouse was; we were married in the State of, County of on; my spouse died on in the County of, State of. That my name and marital status at the time of the birth of the child was (check the status and complete the appropriate information): Name ( ) Single, never having been married. ( ) Separated, but not legally divorced; the name of my spouse (was) (is) [circle one]; my spouse’s last known address is; we were married in the State of, County of on; we have been separated since; we last had sexual relations on (date); my spouse (is) (is not) [circle one] the biological father of said child. ( ) Divorced; the name of my former spouse is; we were married in the State of, County of on; we last had sexual rela-tions on (date); my spouse’s last known address is; divorce granted in the State of, County of; my former spouse (is) (is not) [circle one] the biological father of said child. ( ) Legally married; the name of my spouse (was) (is) [circle one]; we were married in the State of, County of on; my spouse’s last known address is; my spouse (is) (is not) [circle one] the biological father of said child. ( ) Married through common-law relationship prior to Janu-ary 1, 1997; the name of my spouse (was) (is) [circle one]; my spouse’s last known address is; our relationship began in the State of, County of on; my spouse (is) (is not) [circle one] the biological father of said child. ( ) Widowed; the name of my deceased spouse was; we were married in the State of, County of on; my spouse died on in the County of, State of; he (was) (was not) [circle one] the biological father of said child. That the name of the biological father of the child is (complete appropriate response): Known to me and is (); Known to me but I expressly decline to identify him because; or Unknown to me because. That the last known address of the biological father of the child is (complete appropriate response): Known to me and is; Known to me but I expressly decline to provide his address because; or Unknown to me because. That, to the best of my knowledge, I (am) (am not) [circle one] an enrolled member of a federally recognized American Indian tribe, (am) (am not) [circle one] a resident of an American Indian reservation, or (am) (am not) [circle one] an Alaskan native. If so: (A) The name of my American Indian tribe is. (B) The percentage of my American Indian blood is percent. That, to the best of my knowledge, a member of my family (is or was) (is not or was not) [circle one] an enrolled member of a federally recognized American Indian tribe, (is or was) (is not or was not) [circle one] a resident of an American Indian reservation, or (is or was) (is not or was not) [circle one] an Alaskan native. If so: (A) The name of the American Indian tribe is. (B) The percentage of my American Indian blood is percent. (C) My relatives with American Indian or Alaskan native blood are. (D) The name of the American Indian tribe is. (E) The name of each enrolled member is, and his or her corresponding registration or identification number is. That, to the best of my knowledge, the biological father or a member of his family (is or was) (is not or was not) [circle one] an enrolled member of a federally recognized American Indian tribe, (is or was) (is not or was not) [circle one] a resident of an American Indian reservation, or (is or was) (is not or was not) [circle one] an Alaskan native. If so: (A) The name of his American Indian tribe is. (B) The percentage of his American Indian blood is percent. (C) His relatives with American Indian or Alaskan native blood are. (D) The name of each enrolled member is, and his or her corresponding registration or identification number is. That the date of birth of the biological father (is, ) (is not known to me) [circle one]. That the biological father (is) (is not) [circle one] on active duty in a branch of the United States armed forces. If so: (A) The branch of his service is (Army) (Navy) (Marine) (Air Force) (Coast Guard) [circle one]. (B) His rank is. (C) His duty station is. If applicable, please provide any additional available informa-tion regarding his military service.. That the biological father of the child, whether or not identified in this document (circle the appropriate phrase): (Was) (Was not) married to me at the time this child was conceived; (Was) (Was not) married to me at any time during my preg-nancy with this child; (Was) (Was not) married to me at the time that this child was born; (Did) (Did not) marry me after the child was born and recog-nize the child as his own; (Has) (Has not) been determined to be the child’s father by a final paternity order of a court; (Has) (Has not) legitimated the child by a final court order; (Has) (Has not) lived with the child; (Has) (Has not) contributed to its support; (Has) (Has not) provided for my support during my pregnancy or hospitalization for the birth of the child; and (Has) (Has not) provided for my medical care during my pregnancy or hospitalization for the birth of the child. That I (have) (have not) [circle one] consented to the appointment of a temporary guardian for the child. If so, the name of the temporary guardian is, and the probate court in which the petition for temporary guardianship was filed is. That custody of the child has been awarded to (name and address of custodian) by order of the Court of County, State of, entered on (date). That I have received or been promised the following financial assistance, either directly or indirectly, from whatever source, in connection with my pregnancy, the birth of the child, and the child’s placement for adoption:. That I recognize that if I knowingly and willfully make a false statement in this affidavit I will be guilty of the crime of false swearing. (Legal mother) Sworn to and subscribed before me this day of,. Notary public (SEAL) My commission expires.”
ADOPTIVE MOTHER'S AFFIDAVIT
(1) All financial assistance received by or promised her either directly or indirectly, from whatever source, in connection with the placement or arranging for the placement of the child for adoption (including the date, amount or value, description, payor, and payee), provided that financial assistance provided directly by her husband, mother, father, sister, brother, aunt, uncle, grandfather, or grandmother need not be detailed and instead she need only state the nature of the assistance received.
NOTICE TO MOTHER: This is an important legal document which deals with your child’s right to have its legal father’s rights properly terminated. Understand that you are providing this affidavit under oath and that the information provided will be held in strict confidence and will be used only in connection with the adoption of your child. STATE OF GEORGIA COUNTY OF ______________ Personally appeared before me, the undersigned officer duly authorized to administer oaths, ______________, who, after having been sworn, deposes and says as follows: That my name is __________________. That I am the adoptive mother of a (male) (female) child born ( insert name of child ) in the State of ____________, County of ____________ on ( insert birthdate of child ). That I am ____________ years of age, having been born in the State of ______________, County of ____________ on ____________. That my marital status is (check the status and complete the appropriate information): ( ) Single, never having been married. ( ) Separated but not legally divorced; the name of my spouse is ____________; his last known address is ____________; we were married in the State of ____________, County of ____________ on ____________; we have been separated since ____________; my spouse (did) (did not) also adopt said child; my spouse (is) (is not) the biological father of said child. ( ) Divorced; the name of my previous spouse is ______________; we were married in the State of ____________, County of ____________ on ____________; his last known address is ______________; divorce granted in the State of ______________, County of ____________ on ____________; my previous spouse (did) (did not) also adopt said child; my previous spouse (is) (is not) the biological father of said child. ( ) Legally married; the name of my spouse is ____________; we were married in the State of ______________, County of ____________ on ____________; his last known address is ______________; my spouse (did) (did not) also adopt said child; my spouse (is) (is not) the biological father of said child. ( ) Married through common-law marriage relationship; the name of my spouse is ______________; his address is ____________; the date and place our relationship began is ( date, county, state ); my spouse (did) (did not) also adopt said child; my spouse (is) (is not) the biological father of said child. ( ) Widowed; the name of my deceased spouse is ______________; we were married in the State of ______________, County of ____________ on ____________; he died on ____________ in the County of ____________, State of ____________; he (did) (did not) also adopt said child; and he (was) (was not) the biological father of said child. That I adopted my child in the State of ____________, County of ____________; That the final order of adoption was entered on ____________; That there (was) (was not) an adoption agency involved in the placement of my child with me for adoption; and if so its name was ___________________, and its address is _____________________________________________________. That I have received or been promised the following financial assistance, either directly or indirectly, from whatever source, in connection with my child’s placement for adoption: _________________________. That I recognize that if I knowingly and willfully make a false statement in this affidavit, I will be guilty of the crime of false swearing. __________________ (Adoptive mother) Sworn to and subscribed before me this __________ day of ________, ________. __________________________ Notary public
“ADOPTIVE MOTHER’S AFFIDAVIT NOTICE TO ADOPTIVE MOTHER: This is an important legal document which deals with the adopted child’s right to have his or her legal father’s rights properly determined. Understand that you are providing this affidavit under oath and that if you knowingly and willfully make a false statement in this affidavit you will be guilty of the crime of false swearing. The information you provide will be held in strict confidence and will be used only in connection with the adoption of the child. STATE OF GEORGIA COUNTY OF Personally appeared before me, the undersigned officer duly authorized to administer oaths,, who, after having been sworn, deposes and says as follows: That my name is. That I am the adoptive mother of a (male) (female) [circle one] child born (name of child) in the State of, County of on (birthdate of child) at: (A.M.) (P.M.) [circle one]. That I am years of age, having been born in the State of, County of on. That my social security number is. That my marital status is (check the status and complete the appropriate information): ( ) Single, never having been married. ( ) Separated but not legally divorced; the name of my spouse (was) (is) [circle one]; my spouse’s last known address is; we were married in the State of, County of on; we have been separated since; we last had sexual relations on (date); my spouse (did) (did not) [circle one] also adopt said child; my spouse (is) (is not) [circle one] the biological father of said child. ( ) Divorced; the name of my former spouse is; we were married in the State of, County of on; we last had sexual relations on (date); my former spouse’s last known address is; divorce granted in the State of, County of on; my former spouse (did) (did not) [circle one] also adopt said child; my former spouse (is) (is not) [circle one] the biological father of said child. ( ) Legally married; the name of my spouse (was) (is) [circle one]; we were married in the State of, County of on; my spouse’s last known address is; my spouse (did) (did not) [circle one] also adopt said child; my spouse (is) (is not) [circle one] the biological father of said child. ( ) Married through common-law marriage relationship prior to January 1, 1997; the name of my spouse (was) (is) [circle one]; my spouse’s last known address is; our relationship began in the State of, County of on; my spouse (did) (did not) [circle one] also adopt said child; my spouse (is) (is not) [circle one] the biological father of said child. ( ) Widowed; the name of my deceased spouse was; we were married in the State of, County of on; my spouse died on in the County of, State of; he (did) (did not) [circle one] also adopt said child; he (was) (was not) [circle one] the biological father of said child. That I adopted the child in the State of, County of. That the final order of adoption was entered on. That there (was) (was not) [circle one] an adoption agency involved in the placement of the child with me for adoption; and if so its name was, and its address is. That I (have) (have not) [circle one] consented to the appointment of a temporary guardian for the child. If so, the name of the temporary guardian is:, and the probate court in which the petition for temporary guardianship was filed is. That custody of the child has been awarded to (name and address of custodian) by order of the Court of County, State of, entered on (date). That I have received or been promised the following financial assistance, either directly or indirectly, from whatever source, in connection with the child’s placement for adoption:. That I recognize that if I knowingly and willfully make a false statement in this affidavit I will be guilty of the crime of false swearing. (Adoptive mother) Sworn to and subscribed before me this day of,. Notary public (SEAL) My commission expires:.”
AFFIDAVIT OF AGENCY OR
DEPARTMENT REPRESENTATIVE
Personally appeared before me, the undersigned officer duly authorized to administer oaths, ________________, who, after having been sworn, deposes and says as follows: That I am (position) of (department or agency). That prior to the execution of the accompanying SURRENDER OF RIGHTS/FINAL RELEASE FOR ADOPTION by ________________________, releasing and surrendering all of (his) (her) rights in a (male) (female) minor child born ( insert name of child ) on ( insert birthdate of child ), I reviewed with and explained to said individual all of the provisions of the surrender, and particularly the provisions which provide that the surrender is a full surrender of all rights to the child. That based on my review and explanation to said individual, it is my opinion that said individual knowingly, intentionally, freely, and voluntarily executed the SURRENDER OF RIGHTS/FINAL RELEASE FOR ADOPTION. ______________________________ (Agency representative) Sworn to and subscribed before me this __________ day of ________, ________. __________________________ Notary public
“AFFIDAVIT OF CHILD-PLACING AGENCY,OUT-OF-STATE LICENSED AGENCY, ORDEPARTMENT REPRESENTATIVE STATE OF GEORGIA COUNTY OF Personally appeared before me, the undersigned officer duly authorized to administer oaths,, who, after having been sworn, deposes and says as follows: That I am (position) of (name of department, child-placing agency, or out-of-state licensed agency). That prior to the execution of the accompanying SURRENDER OF RIGHTS/FINAL RELEASE FOR ADOPTION by, releasing and surrendering all of (his) (her) [circle one] rights in a (male) (female) [circle one] child born (name of child) on (birthdate of child) at: (A.M.) (P.M.) [circle one], I reviewed with and explained to such individual all of the provisions of the surrender of rights, and particularly the provisions which provide that the surrender is a full surrender of all rights to the child. That based on my review and explanation to such individual, it is my opinion that such individual knowingly, intentionally, freely, and voluntarily executed the SURRENDER OF RIGHTS/FINAL RELEASE FOR ADOPTION. (Representative) (Department or agency name) Sworn to and subscribed before me this day of,. Notary public (SEAL) My commission expires:.”
AFFIDAVIT OF PETITIONER'S REPRESENTATIVE
Personally appeared before me, the undersigned officer duly authorized to administer oaths, ______________, who, after having been sworn, deposes and says as follows: That my name is ________________________________________________________. That my address is _____________________________________________________. That prior to the execution of the accompanying SURRENDER OF RIGHTS/FINAL RELEASE FOR ADOPTION by ________________________, releasing and surrendering all of (his) (her) rights in a (male) (female) minor child born ( insert name of child ) on ( insert birthdate of child ), I reviewed with and explained to said individual all of the provisions of the surrender, and particularly the provisions which provide that the surrender is a full surrender of all rights to the child. That based on my review and explanation to said individual, it is my opinion that said individual knowingly, intentionally, freely, and voluntarily executed the SURRENDER OF RIGHTS/FINAL RELEASE FOR ADOPTION. ____________________________________ (Petitioner’s representative) Sworn to and subscribed before me this __________ day of ________, ________. __________________________ Notary public
“AFFIDAVIT OF REPRESENTATIVE STATE OF GEORGIA COUNTY OF Personally appeared before me, the undersigned officer duly authorized to administer oaths,, who, after having been sworn, deposes and says as follows: That my name is. That my address is. That prior to the execution of the accompanying SURRENDER OF RIGHTS/FINAL RELEASE FOR ADOPTION by, releasing and surrendering all of (his) (her) [circle one] rights in a (male) (female) [circle one] child born (name of child) on (birthdate of child) at: (A.M.) (P.M.) [circle one], I reviewed with and explained to such individual all of the provisions of the surrender of rights, and particularly the provisions which provide that the surrender is a full surrender of all rights to the child. That based on my review and explanation to such individual, it is my opinion that such individual knowingly, intentionally, freely, and voluntarily executed the SURRENDER OF RIGHTS/FINAL RELEASE FOR ADOPTION. (Petitioner’s representative or the representative of the individual signing the surrender) Sworn to and subscribed before me this day of,. Notary public (SEAL) My commission expires:.”
PARENTAL CONSENT TO STEPPARENT ADOPTION
I, the undersigned, hereby consent that my spouse ( insert name of spouse ) adopt my (son) (daughter), ( insert name of child ), whose date of birth is ____________, and in so doing I in no way relinquish or surrender my parental rights to the child. I further acknowledge service of a copy of the petition for adoption of the child as filed on behalf of my spouse, and I hereby consent to the granting of the prayers of the petition. I also waive all other and further service and notice of any kind and nature in connection with the proceedings. This ______________ day of ____________, ________. ______________ (Parent) ____________________________ Unofficial witness _____________ Notary public
“PARENTAL CONSENT TO STEPPARENT ADOPTION STATE OF GEORGIA COUNTY OF Personally appeared before me, the undersigned officer duly authorized to administer oaths, (name of parent) who, after having been sworn, deposes and says as follows: I, the undersigned, hereby consent that my spouse (name of spouse) adopt my (son) (daughter) [circle one], (name of child), whose date of birth is, and in so doing I in no way relinquish or surrender my parental rights to the child. I further acknowledge service of a copy of the petition for adoption of the child as filed on behalf of my spouse, and I hereby consent to the granting of the prayers of the petition for adoption. I also waive all other and further service and notice of any kind and nature in connection with the proceedings. This day of,. (Parent) Sworn to and subscribed before me this day of,. Notary public (SEAL) My commission expires:.”
“NOTICE TO BIOLOGICAL MOTHER: This is an important legal document which will enable the individual you identify as the biological father of your unborn child to sign a pre-birth surrender of his rights so as to place your child for adoption. Understand that you are signing this affidavit under oath and that the information you provide will be held in strict confidence and will be used only in connection with the adoption of your unborn child. STATE OF GEORGIA COUNTY OF BIOLOGICAL MOTHER’S AFFIDAVIT IDENTIFYINGBIOLOGICAL FATHER OF HER UNBORN CHILD Personally appeared before me, the undersigned officer duly authorized to administer oaths,, who, after having been sworn, deposes and says as follows: That my name is. That I am years of age, having been born in the State of, County of on. That my social security number is. That I am currently pregnant with a (male) (female) (sex unknown) [circle one] child who is expected to be born on (due date of child). That the name of any alleged biological father is, and his last known address is. That I execute this affidavit so that any alleged biological father I have identified above can be asked to sign a pre-birth surrender of his rights to assist me in placing the child for adoption once the child is born. That I recognize that if I knowingly and willfully make a false statement in this affidavit I will be guilty of the crime of false swearing. (Biological mother) Sworn to and subscribed before me this day of,. Notary public (SEAL) My commission expires:.”
“NOTICE TO BIOLOGICAL OR LEGAL FATHER: This is an important legal document. Understand that you are providing this affidavit under oath and that if you knowingly and willfully make a false statement in this affidavit you will be guilty of the crime of false swearing. AFFIDAVIT REGARDING NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGEAND MILITARY SERVICE STATE OF GEORGIA COUNTY OF Personally appeared before me, the undersigned officer duly authorized to administer oaths, (name of affiant) who, after having been sworn, deposes and says as follows: 1. That my name is. 2. That I am the (biological) (legal) [circle one] father of a (male) (female) (sex unknown) [circle one] child (born) (yet to be born) [circle one] in the State of, County of on. 3. That I am years of age, having been born in the State of, County of on. 4. That my social security number is. 5. That, to the best of my knowledge, I (am) (am not) [circle one] an enrolled member of a federally recognized American Indian tribe, (am) (am not) [circle one] a resident of an American Indian reservation, or (am) (am not) [circle one] an Alaskan native. If so: (A) The name of my American Indian tribe is. (B) My registration or identification number is. (C) The percentage of my American Indian blood is percent. 6. That, to the best of my knowledge, a member of my family (is or was) (is not or was not) [circle one] an enrolled member of a federally recognized American Indian tribe, (is or was) (is not or was not) [circle one] a resident of an American Indian reservation, or (is or was) (is not or was not) [circle one] an Alaskan native. If so: (A) The name of the American Indian tribe is. (B) The percentage of my American Indian blood is percent. (C) My relatives with American Indian or Alaskan native blood are. (D) The name of the American Indian tribe is. (E) The name of each enrolled member is, and his or her corresponding registration or identification number is. 7. That I (am) (am not) [circle one] on active duty in a branch of the United States armed forces. If so: (A) The branch of my service is (Army) (Navy) (Marine) (Air Force) (Coast Guard) [circle one]. (B) My rank is. (C) My duty station is. (D) Additional information regarding my military service is. 8. That I have received or been promised the following financial assistance, either directly or indirectly, from whatever source, in connection with the birth of the child and the child’s placement for adoption:. 9. That I recognize that if I knowingly and willfully make a false statement in this affidavit I will be guilty of the crime of false swearing. (Biological or legal father) Sworn to and subscribed before me this day of,. Notary public (SEAL) My commission expires:.”
Current official text: Official Code of Georgia Annotated (LexisNexis). Digitized from the Internet Archive scan of the OCGA. Reproduced from public-domain Georgia statutes; confirm against the official source for the current text. Not legal advice.