Learn more

Texas

You may use the stars on the left to rate and leave feedback for the current article. No registration is required. Waiting for 5 votes 0.0 of 5 stars (0 votes) — Thanks for your vote

Please fill out the following optional information before submitting your rating:



Summary: Adults may be adopted with consent.


Most Relevant Texas Statute:
Chapter 162, Subchapter F. Adoption of an Adult
§ 162.501
§ 162.503
§ 162.504

162.501. Adoption of Adult

The court may grant the petition of an adult residing in this state to adopt another adult according to this subchapter.


162.503. Requirements of Petition
(b) If the petitioner is married, both spouses must join in the petition for adoption.


162.504. Consent
A court may not grant an adoption unless the adult consents in writing to be adopted by the petitioner.


Add Your Comments!

We want to know what you think. Your comments are important to us and the other readers. You are what makes this site special.

You must be logged in to comment

You must be registered to post. Register here | Forgot your password?

Adoption Network Law Center
Adoption Network Law Center
Click here to
Adopt Now!

Adoption Network Law Center