Adoption in Oregon · Stepparent, relative and second-parent questions

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The relationship alone does not establish the required consents, notices or waivers.

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Stepparent, relative and second-parent questions: The relationship alone does not establish the required consents, notices or waivers.

Preparation 1: Identify the current legal parents, relationship and existing custody or dependency orders.

Preparation 2: Review the non-departmental instructions and ask counsel which filings apply.

Preparation 3: Do not sign for another parent, assume consent or use an adoption petition to bypass an existing proceeding.

ODHS — Non-Departmental and Private AdoptionsOregon Legislature: ORS chapter 109

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