Are there any special requirements for adoption in Florida?

Yes, Florida has some specific requirements to be aware of:

1. Putative Father Registry search required (§63.054)

2. Home study exempt for stepparents

3. FDLE and FBI background checks required

4. 6-month residency requirement

Standard requirements also apply:

• 6 months Florida residency (Fla. Stat. § 63.102)
• Background check for the adopting stepparent
• Child consent if age 12+ (Fla. Stat. § 63.062)
• Home study waived for stepparents (Fla. Stat. § 63.092)

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