Certificate to Delegation of Powers under 48.979, Wis. Stats. of an Indian Child
Wisconsin · Wisconsin Court System · Effective September 8, 2022
This form is used by a judge to certify that a parent has given up certain powers regarding an Indian child. The judge confirms that the parent understood the terms and consequences of giving up these powers and that the consent was given freely.
The court describes it as: To certify to delegation of powers under sec. 48.979 of an Indian child.
Where this fits in a case
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This form is used in a court case involving an Indian child when a parent is giving up certain powers, as required by Wisconsin law.
Prepared by the court or clerk.
Official instructions
How-to guides published by the court for this form.
Common questions
- Who fills out this form?
- The form is completed by the judge of the circuit court. The judge certifies that the parent appeared before them.
- What does this form certify?
- It certifies the delegation of powers under a specific Wisconsin statute regarding an Indian child. The judge confirms the parent understood the terms.
- Does the parent have to fill this out?
- No, the judge is the one who certifies the document after the parent appears before the court.
Revision history
No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 10, 2026. The current version took effect September 8, 2022.
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