Code Section; Uniform Act
3107.01, et seq.; Yes
Who May be Adopted
Any child; certain adults only.
Age that Child’s Consent Needed
12 years and older
Who may Adopt
Unmarried adult; unmarried minor parent of adoptee; husband and wife (at least one of whom is adult) together, unless legally separated or under certain other circumstances.
Adoptive Home Residency Prior to Decree
6 months
State Agency/COurt
Human Services/Probate
Statute of Limitation to Challenge
1 year