Parties to An Adoption
District of Columbia
Who May Adopt
Statute: § 16-302
• Any person
may adopt.
• A married
person must petition jointly with his spouse.
Who May Be Adopted
Statute: § 16-303
Any minor or adult
Who May Place a Child for Adoption
Statute: § 4-1405
• The parent
• A guardian
• A relative
within the third degree
• A licensed
child placing-agency
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