OCFS-4315A. Attachment A to a Judicial Conditional Surrender

Form OCFS-4315A, a Judicial Conditional Surrender is a form specific to the New York State Office of Children and Family Services. It is part of a process involving the surrender of parental rights by a parent or guardian to the state. This form is intended to be used in cases where the parent or guardian is willing to voluntarily surrender their parental rights to the state under the supervision of the family court.

This form involves several parties, including the parent or guardian surrendering their rights, the court, and the state agency that will be receiving the parental rights. The form consists of several sections that need to be completed. It includes basic information such as the parent or guardian's name, address, and date of birth. It also includes sections for the court to provide information, such as the court name, case number, and judge's name. Additionally, there is a section for the state agency to provide information, including the agency's name, address, and contact information.

Important fields on this form include the parent or guardian's signature and the court's approval. It is important for the parent or guardian to understand the consequences of signing the form and accurately completing the form. It is also important for the court to approve the form. The form should also be completed with the assistance of legal counsel.

This form would be used in a situation where a parent or guardian is willing to voluntarily surrender their parental rights to the state under the supervision of the family court. The form is beneficial in that it provides a legal document that outlines the surrender of parental rights and serves as a record of the transfer of parental rights from the parent or guardian to the state. The form is also beneficial in that it provides legal protection for all parties involved in the transfer.

In addition to this form, additional documents may need to be filed with the court. These documents may include an affidavit of consent, affidavit of guardianship, or other legal documents. Alternative forms may exist for similar transactions or purposes, such as the OCFS-4315, which is a form for surrender of parental rights without court supervision.