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Commonly Asked Questions in Florida Adoptions

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Consent for adoption in Florida

When will the consent for adoption be signed? Pursuant to Florida law, the consent will be signed no sooner than 48 hours after delivery unless the birth mother is being discharged earlier by her doctor. With a c-section, the wait may be slightly longer as we must ensure that the birth mother is free of narcotic medication. Can a birth parent change his/her mind once a consent for adoption is signed? Pursuant to Florida law, a birth mother who executes a consent for adoption involving a child six months or younger, does not have a grace period in which to change her mind. The consent for adoption is permanent and irrevocable from the moment it is signed, and can only be overturned based on fraud or duress. However, in cases where the birth mother is placing a child older than six months, the birth mother has 3 business days to revoke her consent for any reason.

Adoption Tax credit

Is there a tax credit for adoption? Yes, in 2009, the maximum credit allowed is the amount of qualified adoption expenses up to $12,150. The tax credit is gradually phased out for higher income levels. The starting point for reduction of the adoption credit will be a modified adjusted gross income of $182,180 and the tax credit is eliminated at a modified adjusted gross income of $222,180. Please consult with your tax advisor or the IRS to determine your eligibility, as well as the many other tax related benefits associated with children.