What are Delaware's adoption laws?

Delaware adoption is governed by Delaware Code Title 13, Chapter 9. Here are the key provisions:

Residency: 6 months (13 Del. C. § 903)

Court: Family Court

Child Consent: Age 14+ (13 Del. C. § 908)

Abandonment: 12 months no contact (13 Del. C. § 1103)

Termination: Requires separate petition

Home Study: Typically waived for stepparents (13 Del. C. § 906)

Timeline: Minor: 4-6 months | Adult: 2-3 months

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