What are Idaho's adoption laws?

Idaho adoption is governed by Idaho Code Title 16, Chapter 15. Here are the key provisions:

Residency: 6 months (Idaho Code § 16-1504)

Court: Magistrate Court

Child Consent: Age 12+ (Idaho Code § 16-1504)

Abandonment: 6 months no contact (Idaho Code § 16-2005)

Termination: Requires separate petition

Home Study: Typically waived for stepparents (Idaho Code § 16-1506)

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

Idaho has 44 counties, each with its own Magistrate Court. Our documents are customized for your specific countie's requirements.

We've helped 527+ families in Idaho navigate these laws successfully.