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Yes. Child support payments don't prevent an abandonment finding if the parent hasn't maintained meaningful contact with the child. Washington courts look at the overall relationship, not just financial contributions.
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Stepparent adoption in Washington 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
- May be required
- Washington families we've helped
- 1,104
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