Parties to An Adoption
Georgia
Who May Adopt
Statute: § 19-8-3
Any adult person, including a foster parent,
who:
• Is at least
25 years old or married and living with his spouse
• Is at least
10 years older than the child
• Has been a
resident at least 6 months
• Is
financially, physically and mentally able to have permanent custody of the child
Married persons must file a joint petition.
Who May Be Adopted
Statute: §§ 19-8-3; 19-8-21
• Any child
• An adult who
gives written consent
Who May Place a Child for Adoption
Statute: § 19-8-4
• The parent
or guardian
• The
department
• Any child
placing-agency
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