What are Minnesota's adoption laws?

Minnesota adoption is governed by Minnesota Statutes Chapter 259. Here are the key provisions:

Residency: 6 months (Minn. Stat. § 259.22)

Court: District Court

Child Consent: Age 14+ (Minn. Stat. § 259.24)

Abandonment: 12 months no contact (Minn. Stat. § 260C.301)

Termination: Can be included in adoption proceeding

Home Study: Typically waived for stepparents (Minn. Stat. § 259.41)

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

Minnesota has 87 counties, each with its own District Court. Our documents are customized for your specific countie's requirements.

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