Parental Rights
Minnesota

Last Updated: April 2023

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Question	Answer
Does the state allow for termination or limitation of parental rights when a child is born from rape?	No
Does the state require a conviction for the sexual offense to terminate or limit the rapist’s parental rights?	N/A
May the state terminate or limit parental rights when there was a sexual assault that led to the birth of the child, but no conviction?	N/A
What parental rights can be terminated or limited?	N/A
Are there any exceptions to the termination or limitation of a rapist’s parental rights?	N/A
What other rights may be impacted by terminating a rapist’s parental rights?	N/A
What is the procedure for termination or limitation of parental rights in these circumstances?	N/A
What proof do you have to show to terminate or limit the rapist parent’s parental rights?	N/A
Are there any time limits for when a petition must be filed to terminate or limit the rapist parent’s rights?	N/A
Does the law apply to both adult victims and underage victims?	N/A
Does the law have any exceptions for married or co-habitating victims?	N/A
Can a court require the rapist parent to pay child support after parental rights have been terminated?	N/A
Statutory Citations	N/A

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