What are Indiana's adoption laws?

Indiana adoption is governed by Indiana Code Title 31, Article 19. Here are the key provisions:

Residency: 6 months (Ind. Code § 31-19-2-4)

Court: Circuit or Superior Court

Child Consent: Age 14+ (Ind. Code § 31-19-9-1)

Abandonment: 12 months no contact (Ind. Code § 31-19-9-8)

Termination: Can be included in adoption proceeding

Home Study: Typically waived for stepparents (Ind. Code § 31-19-8-5)

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

Indiana has 92 counties, each with its own Circuit or Superior Court. Our documents are customized for your specific countie's requirements.

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