What are Virginia's adoption laws?

Virginia adoption is governed by Code of Virginia Title 63.2, Chapter 12. Here are the key provisions:

Residency: 6 months (Va. Code § 63.2-1201)

Court: Circuit Court

Child Consent: Age 14+ (Va. Code § 63.2-1202)

Abandonment: 6 months no contact (Va. Code § 63.2-1205)

Termination: Can be included in adoption proceeding

Home Study: Typically waived for stepparents (Va. Code § 63.2-1208)

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

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