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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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