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Parties to Adoption

Who May Adopt

Statute: § 36-1-115

  • Any person over age 18 who has been a resident for at least 6 months may adopt, with the following stipulations:
    • Spouses must petition jointly.
    • Foster parents are given first preference on adopting their foster child.

Who May Be Adopted

Statute: § 36-1-115

  • Any person

Who May Place a Child for Adoption

Statute: § 36-1-108

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  • A parent
  • The department
  • A licensed child-placing agency
  • A licensed clinical social worker
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