Parties to An Adoption
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
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