What are Nebraska's adoption laws?

Nebraska adoption is governed by Nebraska Revised Statutes Chapter 43, Article 1. Here are the key provisions:

Residency: 6 months (Neb. Rev. Stat. § 43-102)

Court: County Court

Child Consent: Age 14+ (Neb. Rev. Stat. § 43-104)

Abandonment: 6 months no contact (Neb. Rev. Stat. § 43-104.02)

Termination: Can be included in adoption proceeding

Home Study: Typically waived for stepparents (Neb. Rev. Stat. § 43-107)

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

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