North Dakota Adoption Laws

Code Section; Uniform Act
14-15-01, et seq.; Yes

Who May be Adopted
Any person

Age that Child’s Consent Needed
10 years and older

Who may Adopt
Unmarried adult or parent of child to be adopted. Husband and wife jointly unless legally separated or excused.

Adoptive Home Residency Prior to Decree
6 months

State Agency/COurt
Human Services/District

Statute of Limitation to Challenge
1 year