Colorado

Colorado

Who Must Consent:
Written, verified consent is required from:

• Parents.
• A guardian of a child whose parents are deceased.
• A parent in a stepparent adoption.

Consent of Adoptee:
Children must undergo counseling. Written consent must be obtained from any child age 12 years or older.

When Parental Consent is Not Needed:
Parent has:

• Parent's rights have been terminated due to parent's unfitness.
• Parent has failed to make contact or provide support the child.
• Child has been out of parent's home for one year.

When Relinquishment Can Be Signed:
Consent may be executed any time after the birth of the child.

How Relinquishment Must Be Signed:
Parent must obtain counseling from the Department of Social Services and petition the court.

Time for Revocation:
Consent may be revoked only if, within 90 days after entry of order, it is established by clear and convincing evidence that it was obtained by fraud or duress.

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Source: National Adoption Information Clearinghouse. Reprinted with permission.

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