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Colorado

Who May Adopt

Statute: § 19-5-202

Any person age 21 or older, including a foster parent, may adopt.

A minor may petition the court for approval.

A person with a living spouse shall adopt jointly.

Who May Be Adopted

Statute: § 19-5-201

Any child under age 18 present in the State

A person over age 18 but under 21 if approved by the court

Who May Place a Child for Adoption

Statute: § 19-5-206

The birth parent(s)

The court

The county Department of Social Services

A licensed child-placing agency


© This information is from the National Adoption Information Clearinghouse.


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