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Yes. A parent may voluntarily terminate his or her rights as a parent by filing a suit for termination of the parent-child relationship. The Court may allow the termination if it is in the best interests of the child. However, if terminating the parent-child relationship is merely an effort to avoid paying child support, it is not in the best interests of the child.

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Q: Can I voluntarily give up my rights as a parent?

A: Yes. A parent may voluntarily terminate his or her rights as a parent by filing a suit for termination of the parent-child relationship. The Court may allow the termination if it is in the best interests of the child. However, if terminating the parent-child relationship is merely an effort to avoid paying child support, it is not in the best interests of the child.


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