What are Connecticut's adoption laws?

Connecticut adoption is governed by Connecticut General Statutes Title 45a. Here are the key provisions:

Residency: 0 months (Conn. Gen. Stat. § 45a-727)

Court: Probate Court

Child Consent: Age 12+ (Conn. Gen. Stat. § 45a-724)

Abandonment: 12 months no contact (Conn. Gen. Stat. § 45a-717)

Termination: Can be included in adoption proceeding

Home Study: Typically waived for stepparents (Conn. Gen. Stat. § 45a-727)

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

Connecticut has 8 counties, each with its own Probate Court. Our documents are customized for your specific countie's requirements.

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