What are Vermont's adoption laws?

Vermont adoption is governed by Vermont Statutes Title 15A. Here are the key provisions:

Residency: 6 months (15A V.S.A. § 1-102)

Court: Probate Court

Child Consent: Age 14+ (15A V.S.A. § 2-401)

Abandonment: 12 months no contact (15A V.S.A. § 3-504)

Termination: Can be included in adoption proceeding

Home Study: Typically waived for stepparents (15A V.S.A. § 2-202)

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

Vermont has 14 counties, each with its own Probate Court. Our documents are customized for your specific countie's requirements.

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