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PCA 305

Release of Child by Parent

Michigan · Michigan State Court Administrative Office · Effective February 1, 2015

This form is a legal document used to give up parental rights to a child. It asks the parent to confirm they understand their rights and that they are voluntarily giving up those rights for the child to be adopted.

The court describes it as: Court rule / statute: MCL 710.28, MCL 710.29, MCL 710.54, MCR 3.801,

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Where this fits in a case

Motions

Stage: Motions

This form is used in a legal process involving the adoption of a child. It requires the parent to sign a release after a judge or referee explains the parent's legal rights.

Either party may file.

Common questions

Who signs this form?
The parent, or the guardian if the parent is a minor, signs this release. A judge or referee must also certify the release. Great care is taken to explain the parent's rights before signing.
What does the parent agree to?
The parent agrees to permanently and voluntarily give up all parental rights to the child. The form also mentions the parent's right to appeal within 21 days.
Is there a fee involved?
The form states that the parent should not have received or been promised any money for the release, except for charges and fees approved by the court.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect February 1, 2015.

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