How long of a parent having no contact with their child is it considered abondonment

how long of a parent having no contact with their child is it considered abondonment


I am reading that a parent's rights can be terminated when an adoption is pending but not for abandonment without adoption.

"http://legis.state.sd.us/statutes/DisplayStatute.aspx?Type=Statute&Statute=25-6-4

I have learned from the legal experts on this site, that abandonment is when a child is left alone, with no adult care or supervision at all, completely totally alone.

A non custodial parent not having contact with his/her child is not considered legal abandonment.

Now, keep in mind, this is second hand, from things I have heard.

Good luck!

Please read this sticky:
https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/family-law/child-abandonment-read-first-364259.html

If you have any further specific questions, feel free to ask.