What to Know About Same-Sex Adoption Laws in the U.S
Same-sex adoption laws have come a long way in the United States. For many years, same-sex couples could not adopt together due to discrimination and adoption requirements that they couldn’t legally meet.
It all changed in , when a federal judge overturned the gay adoption ban in Mississippi. Thanks to the marriage equality ruling of Obergefell vs. Hodges, a precedent was set; because e-sex couples, it only logically followed that they couldn’t be denied the rights of any other married couple to adopt a child.
This was a monumental moment for gay adoption laws in the U.S., shaping the legislation and legality of the act around the country. However, while married couples can now adopt jointly in any state, there are still some legal complications that arise in adoptions with unmarried LGBT couples. As always, if you’re considering adoption for your LGBT family, it’s best to consult with an experienced adoption attorney in your state.
If you are a birth mother concerned about your rights when placing your baby for adoption, you can get more information here .
How LGBT Adoption Laws Work Today
If you are a e-sex couple, you have the right to adopt a child jointly just like any heterosexual , there were states where gay adoption was illegal, now there are none. As long as you meet the state requirements to adopt, you can move forward with your adoption process. Most states allow gay adoption for individuals, married couples and couples in a domestic union. The path that you take to complete your adoption will depend largely on the laws of your state. (περισσότερα…)