# Father Wants Custody After Baby Adopted Without His Consent | Brown Family Law A Utah father has been fighting for custody of his newborn baby girl, Kaylee. The 20-year-old father claims that baby’s mother put Kaylee up for adoption against his wishes. The father has been caring for Kaylee ever since her birth on November 4th. He says that he never left Kaylee’s side from the day she was born until the day she was taken away from him. Without his consent, the mother voluntarily relinquished her parental rights and consented to Kaylee’s adoption by a couple that is friends with the mother’s parents. Under Utah law, a biological mother has the right to put a child up for adoption without having to notify the biological father. This law states that a biological mother can voluntarily relinquish her parental rights either by signing a document or confirming the relinquishment under oath. Once a judge accepts the relinquishment, it cannot be undone. The judge will then determine what is in the child’s best interests, such as placing the child with adoptive parents. Get Clear Guidance for Your Divorce [Schedule a Consultation](https://www.brownfamilylaw.com/contact-us/) In this case, Kaylee’s father believed he had done everything possible to keep his daughter. He filed a paternity action in court and had Kaylee’s birth certificate amended to name him as her biological father. However, according to Utah law, he needed to file the paternity action, as well as an affidavit and commencement notice, at least one day before Kaylee’s mother signed the relinquishment papers. The mother gave the father only a few hours’ notice of what she planned to do. The father plans to continue fighting for custody of Kaylee either by pushing for changes in legislation or by taking his case all the way to the Supreme Court. He believes that the law is unconstitutional because it is skewed against fathers. A Calmer, Clearer Way Through Divorce [Talk to Our Team](https://www.brownfamilylaw.com/contact-us/) If you are dealing with a difficult [child custody situation](https://www.brownfamilylaw.com/salt-lake-city-ut/child-custody-lawyer/), you should speak with a family law attorney to learn about your options. Every parent has certain rights under the law, and an attorney can help ensure your rights are protected. ![Brown Law Logo](https://www.brownfamilylaw.com/wp-content/themes/brown-family-law/assets/app/img/logo-white.png) Support Through Your Toughest Transition [Call ![call-arrow](https://www.brownfamilylaw.com/wp-content/themes/brown-family-law/assets/app/svg/cta-call.svg)801-685-9999](tel:+18016859999) Source: Fox13, “[Utah father says newborn’s mother placed child with adoptive parents against his wishes](https://www.fox13now.com/2015/11/20/utah-father-says-newborns-mother-placed-child-with-adoptive-parents-against-his-wishes),” Dora Scheidell, Nov. 20, 2015 Child Custody Blog Posts: [![What to Know About Child Custody Orders](https://www.brownfamilylaw.com/wp-content/uploads/what-to-know-about-child-custody-orders-300x200.jpg)](https://www.brownfamilylaw.com/blog/what-to-know-about-child-custody-orders/) ### [What to Know About Child Custody Orders](https://www.brownfamilylaw.com/blog/what-to-know-about-child-custody-orders/) Getting divorced can be a stressful and life altering path for the adults involved, but what if there are children to [![There Are Many Reasons for a Child Custody Battle](https://www.brownfamilylaw.com/wp-content/uploads/there-are-many-reasons-for-a-child-custody-battle-300x200.jpg)](https://www.brownfamilylaw.com/blog/there-are-many-reasons-for-a-child-custody-battle/) ### [There Are Many Reasons for a Child Custody Battle](https://www.brownfamilylaw.com/blog/there-are-many-reasons-for-a-child-custody-battle/) When it comes to matters of child custody, there are many reasons why parents are unable to get along. Sometimes, each [![Arguments That Promote Co-Parenting](https://www.brownfamilylaw.com/wp-content/uploads/arguments-that-promote-co-parenting-300x200.jpg)](https://www.brownfamilylaw.com/blog/arguments-that-promote-co-parenting/) ### [Arguments That Promote Co-Parenting](https://www.brownfamilylaw.com/blog/arguments-that-promote-co-parenting/) Co-parenting after a divorce simply refers to the way that both parents can be active in raising a child, even if they [![Child Custody and Doing What’s Best for Your Children](https://www.brownfamilylaw.com/wp-content/uploads/child-custody-and-doing-whats-best-for-your-children-300x200.jpg)](https://www.brownfamilylaw.com/blog/child-custody-and-doing-whats-best-for-your-children/) ### [Child Custody and Doing What’s Best for Your Children](https://www.brownfamilylaw.com/blog/child-custody-and-doing-whats-best-for-your-children/) Divorce is difficult on all parties involved, especially children. They don't often understand what is going on. And in --- Source: https://www.brownfamilylaw.com/blog/father-wants-custody-after-baby-adopted-without-his-consent/