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Louisiana Adoption Laws
More Information on Adoption Laws
| Code Section | Ch. C. Art. 1167-1270; No |
| Who May Be Adopted | Any child or adult; Special procedures exist to adopt adult. |
| Age that Child's Consent Needed | Not required |
| Who May Adopt | Any single person 18 years of age or older, or married couple jointly. |
| Home Residency Required Prior to Finalization of Adoption? | 1 year/6 mos. |
| State Agency/Court | Dept. of Social Services/Juvenile |
| Statute of Limitations to Challenge | 30 days; 6 mos. for fraud or duress |
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