Harold has committed a horrible crime and will probably be sentenced to several lifetimes in prison. He feels that the mother of his son, and her husband, would be the best family for the child. Prior to sentencing, he wants to terminate his parental rights to allow the mother's husband to adopt the child. What will happen when Harold goes to court?
a. He will be asked by the judge if he does this act voluntarily.
b. The state will terminate his rights and immediately grant a stepparent adoption.
c. The child's mother will be required to consent in court.
d. Harold will not be permitted to proceed pro se.
Question 2
Evidence supporting a de facto father's claim would not be likely to include:
a. DNA test results.
b. His willingness to provide support.
c. A bonded, dependent paternal relationship.
d. A long-term commitment to the family unit.
Prison
Age-Crime Relationship in (a) 1842 and (b) 1992
Men experience more trauma in their lifetimes, but women are more likely to develop PTSD.
White-Collar Crime
How Safe Is Your State? Violent Crime in the United States
Women and Crime