In Arizona, a child can only have two parents, so in AZ you cannot also adopt because that would give the children 3 parents. Other states do...

Adoption does not always give the adoptee the same citizenship as the adopter, but it can often be a stepping stone to citizenship. Some...

Yes, you can complete an adult adoption in Maricopa County even if the adult adoptee lives somewhere else. Adult Adoptions are done in the probate...

Adoption is permanent. Legally, he is her father the same as if he was her biological father. This adoption cannot be reversed. That said, you...

If your sister is the only legal parent, then she can consent to you adopting so long as you you qualify with a DCS clearance and a level 1...

It's possible for your uncle to adopt you (without your parents being here) if your parents in Nigeria agree with the adoption plan and are willing...

No, in Arizona our statutes require that for a second person to adopt your child (and become an additional parent) that second person must be your...

No, you don't have to establish paternity first. You can terminate a potential father, meaning the person mom identifies as the possible father. ...

The UCCJEA does not apply to adoptions ARS 25-1003, so it's not a jurisdictional issue. However, there are laws governing international adoptions....

Before your husband can adopt, you will need to have the biological father sign a consent for the step-parent adoption. If he's unwilling to sign...