American Samoa Parties to Adoption Law
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Who May AdoptStatute:
§ 45.0411
Any person age 21 or older
A minor may petition the court for approval to adopt
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Who May Be Adopted
Statute:
§ 45.0410
Any child under 18 years of age, legally available and present in the territory
The court may approve the adoption of a person older than 18 but under 21
Who May Place a Child for Adoption
Statute:
§ 45.0413
An individual who is the guardian of the child
The court
The Department of Health
A child placement agency
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