Can the biological parent get the child back after adoption?

No. Once the adoption is finalized, it is permanent and irreversible. The biological parent has no legal relationship with the child and cannot petition to get them back.

Key protections:

• The biological parent's rights were legally terminated as part of the adoption
• They signed consent (voluntary) or the court found abandonment (involuntary)
• The Order of Adoption is a final court judgment
• No "undo" mechanism exists

What if the bio parent claims they didn't know?

• Service of process (personal service or publication) satisfies the legal notice requirement
• Even if they claim ignorance, the court records show they were properly notified
• Failure to respond to notice is their choice

What if the bio parent suddenly wants to be involved again?

• Too late — once adoption is final, their parental rights no longer exist
• They cannot petition for custody or visitation
• The adoptive stepparent is the legal parent

This permanence is exactly why adoption is so valuable. It provides absolute certainty and security for your family.