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HomeFamily CodeDiv. 12Pt. 4Ch. 1§ 7802 Terminating Parental Rights

§ 7802 Terminating Parental Rights

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§ 7802 Terminating Parental Rights

Key Takeaways

  • •This law lets a court decide if a kid should no longer live with one or both parents.
  • •It’s about making sure the kid is safe and taken care of, not about punishing the parents.
  • •Only a judge can make this decision, not the parents or the kid alone.

Example

A kid is being hurt or not taken care of at home.

If someone proves the parents aren’t keeping the kid safe, a judge can say the kid doesn’t have to live with them anymore.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

Official Source
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§ 7802 Terminating Parental Rights

A proceeding may be brought under this part for the purpose of having a minor child declared free from the custody and control of either or both parents. (Enacted by Stats. 1992, Ch. 162, Sec. 10. Operative January 1, 1994.)

Last verified: January 21, 2026

Key Terms

proceedingminor childdeclared freecustody and controlparents

Related Statutes

  • § 7804 Child Representative Appointment
  • § 7806 No Filing Fee
  • § 1500 Marital Property Agreements
  • § 1501 Minor Marital Property Agreements
  • § 1502 Marital Property Agreement Recording

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Family Code. Section 7802.
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