Virginia State Regulation of Adoption Expenses Law
State Regulation of Adoption Expenses
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Birth Parent Expenses AllowedStatute:
§ 63.2-1218
Medical expenses and insurance premiums.
Mental health counseling.
Reasonable and necessary expenses for food, clothing, shelter and transportation.
Expenses incurred incident to any court appearance.
Fees for legal services.
Birth Parent Expenses Not Allowed
Statute:
§ 63.2-1218
Fees determined to be in excess of usual or customary fees.
Allowable Payments for Arranging Adoption
Statute:
§ 63.2-1218
No person or agency shall charge or accept payment in connection with an adoption unless it is for a service that is specifically allowed by statute.
Allowable Payments for Relinquishing Child
Statute:
§ 63.2-1232(4)
All parties must understand that no binding contract regarding placement or adoption of the child exists based on any financial agreement.
Allowable Fees Charged by Department/Agency
Statute:
§ 63.2-1248
Local departments of social services shall assess fees for home studies, investigations, visits, and reports.
The fee charged shall not exceed the actual cost of the service.
Accounting of Expenses Required by Court
Statute:
§ 63.2-1232(4)
No court shall accept parental consent until all financial agreement among the parties or fees paid have been disclosed to the court.
