What are Colorado's adoption laws?

Colorado adoption is governed by Colorado Revised Statutes Title 19, Article 5. Here are the key provisions:

Residency: 6 months (C.R.S. § 19-5-201)

Court: District Court

Child Consent: Age 12+ (C.R.S. § 19-5-203)

Abandonment: 12 months no contact (C.R.S. § 19-5-105)

Termination: Can be included in adoption proceeding

Home Study: Typically waived for stepparents (C.R.S. § 19-5-207.5)

Timeline: Minor: 3-6 months | Adult: 4-8 weeks

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