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12.913(a)(3)

Notice of Action for Termination of Parental Rights and Stepparent Adoption

Florida · Florida Supreme Court · Effective June 1, 2018

This form is a notice used when filing a case to end parental rights and for a stepparent adoption. It informs a person that a joint petition for adoption by a stepparent has been filed against them.

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Where this fits in a case

Motions

Stage: Motions

This form is used to get 'constructive service' (like publishing a notice) in a case involving a Joint Petition for Adoption by Stepparent. This is used for people whose agreement is needed for the adoption but who have not signed a consent.

Usually filed by the person starting the case.

Common questions

What is this form for?
This form is a Notice of Action for Termination of Parental Rights and Stepparent Adoption. It is used when a Joint Petition for Adoption by Stepparent has been filed against someone.
Who needs to file this form?
The instructions suggest this form is used when filing the initial petition.
What happens if I don't respond?
If the other party does not respond to the notice within the time limit stated, the petitioner can request a default.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect June 1, 2018.

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