Does one have to always go through the court for the adoption process?

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RoVale · Answer

Yes, you do because otherwise, the adoption is illegal and the child can be taken away if the authorities find out.

? · Answer

Yes, that is the legal process.  Anything done outside of the court is probably a felony.

LizB · Answer

Yes. Trying to do it without the courts is called child trafficking and is very much illegal.

Pegatha · Answer

Yes. This is to ensure that certain safeguards are met for the protection of the child. It's meant to prevent child abuse and child trafficking.

Pat Brown · Answer

yes.  adoption is a legal parent-child relationship

Ranchmom1 · Answer

Yes.
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? · Answer

Adoption orders are court orders. Seems obvious.

Catherine · Answer

No. Nip down to your local fish and chip shop. Done and dusted in 17 mins

? · Answer

I don't think so etc

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