What are New Hampshire's adoption laws?

New Hampshire adoption is governed by New Hampshire Revised Statutes Chapter 170-B. Here are the key provisions:

Residency: 6 months (RSA § 170-B:5)

Court: Circuit Court

Child Consent: Age 14+ (RSA § 170-B:5)

Abandonment: 6 months no contact (RSA § 170-C:5)

Termination: Requires separate petition

Home Study: Typically waived for stepparents (RSA § 170-B:18)

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

New Hampshire has 10 counties, each with its own Circuit Court. Our documents are customized for your specific countie's requirements.

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