Arizona Adoption Laws, Page 4
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Parties to Adoption
Who May Adopt
Statute: § 8-103
- Any adult resident of the State, whether married, unmarried, or legally separated
- A husband and wife, who may jointly adopt
Who May Be Adopted
Statute: § 8-102- A child
- A foreign-born person age 21 or less who is not an illegal alien
- A person to be adopted must be present within the State at the time the petition is filed.
Who May Place a Child for Adoption
Statute: § 8-130- A licensed child-placing agency may place a child.
- A State licensed attorney can handle direct placements.
Credits: Child Welfare Information Gateway (http://www.childwelfare.gov)
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