Parties to An Adoption
Illinois
Who May Adopt
Statute: 750 ILCS 50/2
• A resident
for at least 6 months or a member of the armed forces domiciled in the state for
90 days
• A reputable
adult of either sex
• A minor with
leave of the court
Husband and wife must petition jointly.
Residency requirement does not apply to a
related child or to an agency placement.
Who May Be Adopted
Statute: 750 ILCS 50/3
• Any child
• Any adult
who has resided with the adoptive parent for at least 2 years while the person
was a minor or who is related to
the adoptive parent
Who May Place a Child for Adoption
Statute: 750 ILCS 50/4.1
• The
Department of Children and Family Services
• Any agency
licensed by the department
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