Parties to An Adoption
Maryland
Who May Adopt
Statute: Family Law § 5-309
Any adult, regardless of marital status
Who May Be Adopted
Statute: Family Law § 5-307
Any person, whether minor or adult
Who May Place a Child for Adoption
Statute: Family Law § 5-311
• The birth
parent(s)
• A child
placement agency that has been awarded guardianship
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