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The document provides instructions for completing the Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.981(a)(1), which is used by a parent to consent to the adoption of their minor child by a stepparent. It outlines the necessary steps for signing and notarizing the consent, filing requirements, and important information regarding electronic filing and service of documents. The form must be executed after the child's birth and includes legal acknowledgments about relinquishing parental rights.

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Can you do a second-parent adoption in Florida?

If you are not married to your significant other but want to adopt their child, you are seeking a second-parent adoption. In Florida, this type of adoption gives you full parental rights as any other adoption would.

How long does second-parent adoption take?

In an ideal scenario, where everyone involved consents to the adoption, the process can be relatively quick. It typically takes two weeks to a month to complete. If theres any opposition to the adoption, especially from the other biological parent, it becomes a contested case.

How much is a second-parent adoption in Florida?

The cost of a stepparent adoption in Florida mostly includes the legal fee, the filing fee charged by the court, and a few other small costs. Most experienced attorneys charge between $2,500 and $4,000. Some areas of Florida cost more.

Can my husband adopt my child without biological fathers consent in Florida?

A stepparent does not have an independent right to adopt. Instead, the stepparent must have the consent of the biological parent whose rights are being terminated. However, the need for consent may be waived in some situations where that person cannot be found or has abandoned the child.

What disqualifies you from adoption in Florida?

Disqualifying criminal convictions include: Child abuse. Child neglect or abandonment. Domestic violence.