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Adoption

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Adoption is a legal process in which an adult person assumes responsibility for the care and support of another person (usually a child) who is not the adoptive parent's biological child. The laws governing adoption of children in the United States are state laws, and vary from state to state.

In Oregon, adoption is governed by state statutes that outline the legal process by which an individual or a couple becomes the legal parent(s) of a child who is not their biological offspring. The process involves terminating the parental rights of the child's biological parents and establishing a new, permanent legal parent-child relationship with the adoptive parents. Oregon law requires that prospective adoptive parents go through a home study process, obtain background checks, and may need to attend certain training or counseling sessions. The adoption must be finalized in court, and the adoptive parents will receive an adoption decree that legally recognizes the child as their own. The process is designed to ensure the best interests of the child are served and that the adoptive parents are suitable to provide a safe and loving home. It's important to note that Oregon may have specific regulations regarding who can adopt, consent requirements, and the rights of biological parents, which can be complex and may require the assistance of an attorney.

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Adoption

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