New Hampshire State Regulation of Adoption Expenses Law
State Regulation of Adoption Expenses
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New Hampshire
Birth Parent Expenses AllowedStatute:
§ 170-B:10-a(I)
Counseling.
Medical expenses.
Legal fees.
Transportation, lodging, clothing, and meals.
Reasonable living expenses.
Birth Parent Expenses Not Allowed
Statute:
§ 170-B:10-a(I)(d)
Reasonable expenses shall not include:
Gifts over $50;
Educational expenses;
Living expenses beyond 6 weeks after delivery;
Other payments for the monetary gain of the natural parent.
Allowable Payments for Arranging Adoption
Statute:
Not addressed in statutes reviewed.
Allowable Payments for Relinquishing Child
Statute:
§ 170-B:10-a(II)
A contract cannot be made to require reimbursement of payments when the birth parent refuses to or withdraws Consent to Adoption .
Allowable Fees Charged by Department/Agency
Statute:
§ 170-B:10(I)
Agency may charge reasonable fees for any services provided.
Accounting of Expenses Required by Court
Statute:
§ 170-B:15(III-a)
Petitioner shall file with the court an affidavit listing the amount of fees and other charges paid to any person in connection with the adoption.
