Who is Permitted to Adopt?
Who is Permitted to Adopt?
In most cases any single or married adult may adopt a child. Some states allow minors to adopt under certain circumstances. Regulation of Fees and Expenses
While the laws governing adoptions vary from state to state, all states have imposed regulations on the fees that adopting parents pay when adopting a child. These include agency fees, payments to the birth mother, as well as legal and attorney fees. In general, the law permits fees that are reasonable and in line with customary practice. For example, adoption counselors are permitted to charge the standard industry rate for their services. Revocation of Adoption
Once a court declares an adoption to be final, the consent by the birth parents or guardians of the child cannot be revoked unless the consent was obtained fraudulently or under duress. It is important to note, however, that many states do have a revocation window in which the birth parents or guardian may revoke the adoption. This period ranges from forty-eight hours to twenty-one days after the child is given to the adoptive parents. Be sure to check your local law on revocation of consent prior to adopting a child. How Can a Lawyer Help?
If you have an adoption or family issue a family lawyer can advise you on the law in your area and help solve your problem. |
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