I think I might be the biological father. What do I do?

Call the Superior Clerk of Court at 704-476-7800 within 30 days of 05/09/2026 to notify them and get instructions.

What happens if I miss the 30-day deadline?

You risk having your parental rights legally terminated, meaning you lose custody and legal relationship rights.

Where is the office I should contact?

Visit or call the Superior Clerk of Court at 100 Justice Pl, Shelby, NC 28150 or 704-476-7800.

Name Change — 100 Justice Pl, Shelby, NC 28150

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A notice requests any unknown or unacknowledged biological father of Hayden Lynn (born 04/12/2007 in Shelby) to contact the Superior Clerk of Court within 30 days or risk termination of parental rights.

Key Takeaways

Any possible biological father must respond within 30 days
Failure to respond may end parental rights
Contact the Superior Clerk of Court at 704-476-7800
Notice dated 05/09/2026; published 5/9, 16, 23, 2026

Published: May 9, 2026 · 1 week ago
Category: Name Change
City: Shelby
Address: 100 Justice Pl, Shelby, NC 28150

If you don't respond

If you do not contact the Superior Clerk of Court within 30 days of the notice (dated 05/09/2026), you may have your parental rights terminated under applicable law.

What to do next

1
Contact the Superior Clerk of Court
Call 704-476-7800 or visit 100 Justice Pl, Shelby, NC as soon as possible and no later than 30 days from 05/09/2026.
2
Provide identity information
Be prepared to state your name, contact information, and any relationship information regarding Hayden Lynn when you call or visit.
3
Seek legal advice
Consult an attorney about paternity and parental-rights timelines immediately to protect your rights before the deadline.

Frequently asked questions

I think I might be the biological father. What do I do?: Call the Superior Clerk of Court at 704-476-7800 within 30 days of 05/09/2026 to notify them and get instructions.
What happens if I miss the 30-day deadline?: You risk having your parental rights legally terminated, meaning you lose custody and legal relationship rights.
Where is the office I should contact?: Visit or call the Superior Clerk of Court at 100 Justice Pl, Shelby, NC 28150 or 704-476-7800.

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Legal terms in this notice

unacknowledged biological father: A man who may have fathered a child but has not legally acknowledged paternity.
termination of parental rights: A legal process that ends a parent's legal rights and responsibilities to a child.

Full Notice Text

NOTICE
This notice is to inform any unknown or unacknowledged biological father of Hayden Lynn, born on 04/12/2007 in Shelby, NC, that an adoption process is currently underway.
If you believe you may be the biological father of the above-named individual, you are hereby notified and requested to make contact. Please respond within 30 days of this notice by contacting:
Superior Clerk of Court
100 Justice Pl,
Shelby, NC 28150
704 476 7800
Failure to respond within the specified time period may result in the termination of any parental rights you may have, in accordance with applicable laws.
This notice is made in good faith to provide an opportunity for any potential biological father to come forward.
Dated: 05/09/2026
Signed,
Andrew James Robertson Wood
3ts: 5/9, 16, 23, 2026