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PCA 311

Notice of Hearing to Identify Father and Determine or Terminate His Rights

Michigan · Michigan State Court Administrative Office · Effective June 1, 2017

This form is a notice that tells people about a court hearing. The hearing is set up to figure out who the father of a child is, or to end his rights to the child.

The court describes it as: Court rule / statute: MCL 712B.9, MCL 712B.13(1)(b), MCR 3.801, MCR 3.802, MCR 3.803

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Where this fits in a case

Hearing

Stage: Hearing

This form is used when a hearing is scheduled to determine the father's identity or to end his parental rights, especially in cases involving the adoption of an Indian child.

Prepared by the court or clerk.

Common questions

What is this form for?
This form is a notice for a hearing to figure out the father's identity or to end his rights to the child. This hearing is related to an adoption.
What happens if I do not show up?
The notice states that failing to appear at the hearing can be seen as giving up any interest in the child's custody, which could lead the court to end parental rights.
Do I need to make arrangements for special needs?
If you need special accommodations because of a disability or need a foreign language interpreter, you must contact the court right away to make plans.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect June 1, 2017.

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