What are Oregon's adoption laws?

Oregon adoption is governed by Oregon Revised Statutes Chapter 109. Here are the key provisions:

Residency: 6 months (ORS § 109.309)

Court: Circuit Court

Child Consent: Age 14+ (ORS § 109.312)

Abandonment: 12 months no contact (ORS § 109.324)

Termination: Can be included in adoption proceeding

Home Study: Typically waived for stepparents (ORS § 109.316)

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

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