Code Section; Uniform Act
9-9-201 through 9-9-508; Yes
Who May be Adopted
Any person
Age that Child’s Consent Needed
10 years and older unless court dispenses with minor’s consent in minor’s best interest
Who may Adopt
Husband and wife together, unmarried adult, unmarried parent of child, single married parent of child if other parent consents or they are legally separated
Adoptive Home Residency Prior to Decree
6 months
State Agency/COurt
Human Services/Probate Court
Statute of Limitation to Challenge
1 year