Are there any special requirements for adoption in North Carolina?

Yes, North Carolina has some specific requirements to be aware of:

1. North Carolina requires: Petition for Adoption Adoptee's background information Spouse's consent to adoption Filing fee

2. North Carolina allows: Personal service Service by publication if location unknown (after diligent search) Step 5: Compl

3. North Carolina allows any legally married spouse to adopt their partner's child through the stepparent adoption process.

Standard requirements also apply:

• 6 months North Carolina residency (N.C.G.S. § 48-2-100)
• Background check for the adopting stepparent
• Child consent if age 12+ (N.C.G.S. § 48-3-601)
• Home study waived for stepparents (N.C.G.S. § 48-3-503)

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