· 6/18/2026

In re Adoption of F.M.W.

Citations

  • 2026 Ohio 2309

Syllabus

The probate court correctly determined that appellant-father's consent to the adoption of his child was not required because he failed to object to the adoption petition. Father received a notice of the hearing on the adoption petition that met the statutory notice requirements, and he failed to file any objection with the probate court. Judgment affirmed.

Judges: Hanseman

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