Code Section; Uniform Act
Tit. 13, §§901 to 965; No
Who May be Adopted
Any person
Age that Child’s Consent Needed
14 years and older, unless court waives consent in best interest of child
Who may Adopt
Unmarried person; divorced or legally separated person; husband and wife who are living together. Must be legal resident of Delaware and over 21.
Adoptive Home Residency Prior to Decree
6 months
State Agency/COurt
Dept. of Services for Children, Youth & Families/Family
Statute of Limitation to Challenge
6 months


