What are Utah's adoption laws?

Utah adoption is governed by Utah Code Title 78B, Chapter 6. Here are the key provisions:

Residency: 0 months (Utah Code § 78B-6-110)

Court: District Court

Child Consent: Age 12+ (Utah Code § 78B-6-120)

Abandonment: 6 months no contact (Utah Code § 78B-6-119)

Termination: Can be included in adoption proceeding

Home Study: Typically waived for stepparents (Utah Code § 78B-6-128)

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

Utah has 29 counties, each with its own District Court. Our documents are customized for your specific countie's requirements.

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