STATE ADOPTION LAWS

As a general reference tool, the following information is provided as an abridged summary interpretation of key state adoption codes. Most of these adoption codes have additional circumstances that will need to be verified and considered for each specific adoption. In addition, in state-to-state adoptions, some of these codes may not be applicable depending on the combination of states involved.

UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD THIS INFORMATION BE RELIED UPON AS COMPLETE LEGAL ADVICE AND APPLICABLE TO YOUR SPECIFIC ADOPTION. IT IS INTENDED ONLY TO BE A REFERENCE AND NOT DEFINITIVE.