Publication date: 29.05.2024
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Grounds for deprivation of parental rights
In Ukraine, parental rights are regulated by the Family Code of Ukraine, as well as other legislative acts. The main aspects of parental rights in Ukraine include:
1. Parents have the right to raise and care for their children, including making decisions about their health, education, development and general well-being.
2. Parents have the duty to provide adequate maintenance for their children, including food, clothing, medical care and other needs.
3. Parents have the right to determine the place of residence of their children and make decisions about their place of stay.
4. Parents have the right to communicate with their children, even in case of divorce or other difficult circumstances.
5. Parents may have the right to adopt or have custody of other children who are not their biological children.
It is important to note that parental rights in Ukraine are inalienable, unless they are deprived by the court. At the same time, parents also have duties towards their children, and breach of these duties may lead to their deprivation.
Violation of parental rights
Violation of parental rights can have serious consequences and include a variety of actions or omissions by parents that endanger the well-being and well-being of their children. Here are some examples of violations of parental rights:
Physical or emotional abuse:
Parental violence or abuse of a child is a serious violation of their rights and can have serious consequences for the child's health and development. This may include physical, emotional, or sexual abuse, drug or alcohol abuse in the presence of the child, or any other form of dangerous or harmful behavior.
Negligence:
Negligence of parents, which is expressed in the provision of insufficient care, nutrition, medical care or other forms of support, can also be considered as a violation of their rights. If the father does not provide sufficient care, upbringing or financial support for the child, this can also be grounds for deprivation of parental rights.
Refusal to communicate:
Refusing to communicate with the child or restricting access to one of the parents may be a violation of the right to communication. If the father shows a complete rejection of responsibility for the child, for example, refuses to raise, pay alimony or does not show any interest in the child.
Lack of financial support:
Failure to pay child support or providing inadequate financial support for a child can also be a violation of parental rights.
Irresponsible behavior:
This may include a parent's inability to make responsible decisions about the child's health, education, safety and general well-being.
In case of detection of violations of parental rights, appropriate legal procedures can be implemented to protect the child, including deprivation of parental rights or appointment of guardianship.
Convictions for serious crimes:
If the father is convicted of serious crimes, especially if these crimes are related to violence or danger to the child, this can also be grounds for deprivation of parental rights.
Child's interests:
The main factor in deciding the issue of deprivation of parental rights is the interests of the child. If the court recognizes that deprivation of parental rights will be better for the child than leaving them with the parents, then such a decision can be made.
Termination of parental rights is a serious legal process that can take place in cases of serious breach of parental responsibilities or when it is considered to be in the best interests of the child
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