Texas Adoption Laws

Code Section; Uniform Act
Fam. Ch. 162.D01; No

Who May be Adopted
Any person

Age that Child’s Consent Needed
12 years and older

Who may Adopt
Any adult. If petitioner is married, spouse must join. (unless one is parent of child)

Adoptive Home Residency Prior to Decree
6 months (may be waived)

State Agency/COurt
Human Services/District

Statute of Limitation to Challenge
6 months