What are Mississippi's adoption laws?

Mississippi adoption is governed by Mississippi Code Title 93, Chapter 17. Here are the key provisions:

Residency: 3 months (Miss. Code § 93-17-3)

Court: Chancery Court

Child Consent: Age 14+ (Miss. Code § 93-17-5)

Abandonment: 12 months no contact (Miss. Code § 93-15-103)

Termination: Can be included in adoption proceeding

Home Study: Typically waived for stepparents (Miss. Code § 93-17-11)

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

Mississippi has 82 counties, each with its own Chancery Court. Our documents are customized for your specific countie's requirements.

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