A parent seeking to voluntarily relinquish rights must follow a court-supervised process that includes counseling and specific filings. The court will only grant relinquishment if it is in the child’s best interests after a hearing. The procedure and criteria are outlined in Colorado’s Children’s Code and detailed on the Judicial Branch self-help page. In some contexts, termination requires clear and convincing evidence that statutory grounds are met. The court’s focus remains on child safety, stability, and permanency. Start by reviewing the state’s step-by-step guide before filing.