What are legally free adoptions?

Legally free adoptions are adoptions that do not involve financial transactions or compensation to adoptive parents. These adoptions are still subject to the same laws and regulations as other adoptions in California. In California, legally free adoptions are typically handled by the social services system and often involve foster children or older children who are not able to remain with their biological parents due to factors such as abuse and neglect. The families who pursue these adoptions may have to meet certain financial eligibility requirements. Legally free adoptions in California usually follow the same process as other adoptions, including background checks, home visits, and pre-adoption counseling. The adoptive parents must also have their adoption petition approved by the court in order for it to be finalized. Legally free adoptions are an important part of the adoption process in California and provide a stable home for children who need a forever family. They also provide a way for families to adopt a child without having the burden of financial costs associated with the process.

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