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California

Who May Adopt

Statute: Family Code §§ 8600; 8601

An adult at least 10 years older than the child, except under conditions specified

Who May Be Adopted

Statute: Family Code § 8600

An unmarried minor

Who May Place a Child for Adoption

Statute: Family Code §§ 8801.5; 8704

• The child's birth parent

• A licensed adoption agency

• The department

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