Are there special considerations for LGBTQ parents adopting a child?

Yes, there are special considerations for LGBTQ parents adopting a child in Oklahoma. According to the Oklahoma Adoption Code (Title 10, Chapter 7), unmarried couples, including same-sex couples, may petition to adopt. This includes both joint adoptions and single parent adoptions. The court will determine if the adoption is in the best interest of the child, and if the applicant is a “fit and proper” person to adopt the child. Oklahoma courts have repeatedly affirmed the right of same-sex couples to adopt children. In addition, same-sex couples and individuals who are LGBTQ may be eligible to receive state adoption subsidies. Oklahoma’s adoption subsidy program currently serves over 1,500 children in the state. The subsidy is intended to help families with limited financial resources provide a safe, stable, and permanent home for children with special needs. An applicant does not need to be married in order to be eligible for a subsidy, and the state explicitly states that sexual orientation has no bearing on an applicant’s eligibility. The Oklahoma court system recognizes the importance of same-sex couples and individuals in providing safe, loving homes for children. All families, including those led by same-sex couples and individuals, should have an equal opportunity to adopt a child in Oklahoma if it is in the best interest of the child.

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