Which statement is correct about termination of parental rights?

A. It is a court decision that has increased dramatically in recent years.

B. Parental rights are terminated while a parent is imprisoned.

C. Termination is rare and requires exceptional circumstances.

D. A mother's rights may not be terminated, but a father's rights may be.

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Adan Watts

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30 April, 18:14

Which statement is correct about termination of parental rights?

A. It is a court decision that has increased dramatically in recent years.

B. Parental rights are terminated while a parent is imprisoned.

C. Termination is rare and requires exceptional circumstances.

D. A mother's rights may not be terminated, but a father's rights may be.

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Lucian · Answer 1

C. Termination is rare and requires exceptional circumstances

Explanation:

In the US, termination parents rights can be of two types: voluntary and involuntary. Voluntary termination which means a complete separation of parents and children can be done when the parents submit the form for the said purpose citing valid reasons as prescribed n the law. Involuntary termination is rare and requires exceptional circumstances.