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Adoption is the legal process in which a person assumes responsibility for the health, safety, well-being, and financial support of another person—usually a child—and terminates the rights and responsibilities of the adopted person’s biological parent or parents.

In Washington State, adoption is governed by state statutes that outline the legal process by which an individual or couple becomes the legal parent(s) of a child. This process involves terminating the parental rights of the child's biological parents and transferring those rights and responsibilities to the adoptive parents. The adoptive parents will then have the same legal rights and obligations as if the child were born to them, including the responsibility for the child's health, safety, well-being, and financial support. The adoption process in Washington requires a petition to be filed with the court, followed by a series of legal steps including home studies, background checks, and potentially the consent of the biological parents, depending on the circumstances. The court will ultimately approve the adoption if it finds that the adoption is in the best interest of the child. It's important to consult with an attorney who specializes in family law to navigate the complexities of the adoption process in Washington State.

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Child custody

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