Colorado Adoption Laws, Page 4
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Parties to Adoption
Who May Adopt
Statute: § 19-5-202- Any person age 21 or older, including a foster parent, may adopt.
- minor may petition the court for approval.
- A person with a living spouse shall adopt jointly.
Who May Be Adopted
Statute: § 19-5-201- Any child under age 18 present in the State
- A person over age 18 but under 21 if approved by the court
Who May Place a Child for Adoption
Statute: § 19-5-206- The birth parent(s)
- The court
- The county Department of Social Services
- A licensed child-placing agency
Credits: Child Welfare Information Gateway (http://www.childwelfare.gov)
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