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Virginia Adoption Laws
More Information on Adoption Laws
| Code Section | 63.2-1200, et seq.; No |
| Who May Be Adopted | Any child; adult under certain conditions |
| Age that Child's Consent Needed | 14 years and older |
| Who May Adopt | Any natural person may petition to adopt minor child. If petitioner is married, spouse must join. Any natural person may adopt another adult under certain conditions. |
| Home Residency Required Prior to Finalization of Adoption? | 6 months (may be omitted by court) |
| State Agency/Court | Public Welfare or Social Services/Circuit |
| Statute of Limitations to Challenge | 6 months |
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