Petition For Adoption Of Minor {18.0}

FORM 18.0 – PETITION FOR ADOPTION OF MINOR. This form is used when an individual or a couple seeks to adopt a minor child. This form is required for initiating the legal process of adopting a minor under Ohio Revised Code (R.C.) 3107.05. The petition includes detailed information about both the petitioner(s) and the minor child to be adopted. It specifies the relationship between the petitioner and the minor, the petitioner’s ability to provide suitable care for the minor, and the desire to establish a parent-child relationship. The form also includes questions regarding the minor’s birth details and the minor’s current living situation, including whether the child resides in the home of the petitioner. The form identifies the persons or agencies whose consent is required for the adoption, as well as those whose consent is not required. This can include biological parents, guardians, or agencies holding permanent custody. If consent is not required, the petition explains the legal grounds, such as a parent’s failure to maintain contact or provide support for the minor. The form also allows the petitioner to list any necessary attachments like the minor’s birth certificate, preliminary accounting (if applicable), and details of the permanent custody proceedings. www.FormsWorkflow.com