What are Florida's adoption laws?

Florida adoption is governed by Florida Statutes Chapter 63. Here are the key provisions:

Residency: 6 months (Fla. Stat. § 63.102)

Court: Circuit Court

Child Consent: Age 12+ (Fla. Stat. § 63.062)

Abandonment: 12 months no contact (Fla. Stat. § 63.089)

Termination: Can be included in adoption proceeding

Home Study: Typically waived for stepparents (Fla. Stat. § 63.092)

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

Florida has 67 counties, each with its own Circuit Court. Our documents are customized for your specific countie's requirements.

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