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Yes. Sporadic child support payments don't prevent an abandonment finding if the parent lacks meaningful involvement in your child's life. Georgia courts look at the total relationship, not just financial contributions.
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Stepparent adoption in Georgia at a glance
- Court
- Superior Court
- Residency before filing
- No minimum period
- Typical timeline
- 3-6 months
- Court filing fee
- $200-$500
- Child must consent at age
- 14
- Home study
- Usually waived for stepparents
- Georgia families we've helped
- 1,422
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