Validity of Information. a. Clients understand that Agency does not guarantee the validity of statements and/or information given to them by Birthmother and/or Birthfather. This information may include, but is not limited to; requests for financial assistance, medical insurance status, personal information, pregnancy information, medical and social history not excluding use of drugs, cigarettes, and alcohol before and during pregnancy, as well as identity, medical and social history and whereabouts of the alleged and/or presumed Birthfather. b. Agency may, but is not required to, conduct independent investigations to substantiate any assertions made by the Birthmother or Birthfather. Any such investigation is solely for the benefit of the Agency. Clients agree to not hold the Agency responsible for the accuracy or completeness of such investigations. c. Clients understand and acknowledge that Agency requires that prior to a match with qualified Clients, Birthmothers provide Agency with a signed agreement stating that all known information provided is true and accurate to the best of their ability, under penalty of perjury. Clients understand and acknowledge that all known information regarding Birthfather must be disclosed by Birthmother, under penalty of perjury, so that the court may legally terminate the Birthfather’s parental rights.
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Sources: Domestic Adoption Agreement, Domestic Adoption Agreement