Are there any special requirements for adoption in Pennsylvania?

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

1. Pennsylvania has established clear, achievable requirements for stepparent adoption: 1.

2. Pennsylvania requires their consent to the adoption.

3. Pennsylvania has streamlined the stepparent adoption process to make it as smooth as possible for families.

4. Pennsylvania requires proper notice to the other biological parent.

Standard requirements also apply:

• 6 months Pennsylvania residency (23 Pa.C.S. § 2711)
• Background check for the adopting stepparent
• Child consent if age 12+ (23 Pa.C.S. § 2711)
• Home study waived for stepparents (23 Pa.C.S. § 2530)

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