District of Columbia
Information, support, and resources for those searching in Washington, D.C.
Access to Adoption InformationState regulations covering access to identifying and non-identifying (non-ID). Who can apply, where, and when.
Adoptee Birthparent Support NetworkVolunteer search and support group serving Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, DC area. Monthly meetings.
Catholic Charities of Washington, DCIf you were adopted through Catholic Charities, start here for your non-id information.
District of Columbia Adoption Information PageState legislative information, office addresses and phone numbers, overview of statutes. A great place to start.
District of Columbia CourthouseMailing address and phone number.
District of Columbia Search AngelsSearch Angels are volunteers who offer their time and talents free of charge to help others in adoption-related searches for birth family members.
Kerrylynn's DC Search SitesAn extensive listing of search resources and guidelines.
Metro Reunion RegistryCovering Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia.
Monique's WorldSearch ideas for the Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC area.
Petitioning DC Courts to Open RecordsSample motion to be filed, forms, and the response received by one adoptee.
Search State NewspapersLinks to online papers from around the state. Generally a fee for archive searches.
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