Rhode Island Parties to Adoption Law
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Rhode Island
Who May AdoptStatute:
§ 15-7-4
Any resident
A husband and wife must petition jointly
A non-resident may adopt a child in the custody of a child placing agency
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Who May Be Adopted
Statute:
§ 15-7-4
Any person younger than the adopter and under age 18
Adoptions of persons over age 18 may be granted by the probate court
Who May Place a Child for Adoption
Statute:
§ 15-7-2
A parent may place a child, but must notify the department
The department or child placing agency
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