What are Texas's adoption laws?

Texas adoption is governed by Texas Family Code Title 2, Chapter 162. Here are the key provisions:

Residency: 6 months (Tex. Fam. Code § 162.001)

Court: District Court

Child Consent: Age 12+ (Tex. Fam. Code § 162.010)

Abandonment: 6 months no contact (Tex. Fam. Code § 161.001)

Termination: Can be included in adoption proceeding

Home Study: Typically waived for stepparents (Tex. Fam. Code § 162.0085)

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

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