What is an independent adoption?

An independent adoption is a type of adoption that does not go through a state-licensed agency. In Delaware, an independent adoption is a legal way of arranging an adoption without the help of a state-licensed agency, attorney or other adoption professional. In Delaware, an independent adoption must still meet the state’s legal requirements, including a home study of the adoptive family’s home, background checks to make sure everyone is fit to adopt a child, and a court hearing where a judge will determine whether the adoption is in the best interest of the child. Once the adoption is complete, the adoptive parents will be given legal guardianship of the child and all birth certificates, medical and school records, and other information will be updated with the adoptive parents’ names. This permanent transfer of parental rights legally transfers all parental responsibilities to the adoptive parent. The advantages of an independent adoption are that it can be done quickly and privately, and it can save the adoptive parents time and money by eliminating the need for an adoption agency or other adoption professionals. However, due to its lack of oversight, independent adoptions can also be more risky to the adoptive parents and the birth parents or guardians. Therefore, it is important for all parties to be well-informed and comfortable with the process in order to ensure the safety of everyone involved.

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