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calistepmama's picture

Does anyone in central California know what I can expect when I go to file a step-parent adoption? BM is consenting to it. Anything will help!!

Orange County Ca's picture

It's pretty simple. After the papers have been filed the three of you will go to a judges chamber where s/he will interview you and most likely sign off.

It's possible that the county will do some sort of background check but with her signing off its pretty much a rubber stamp.

My advise however is don't do it until you've been married for a year or longer.

calistepmama's picture

I forgot to mention, the mother lives in a different state. She is willing to sign the papers now....I dont know how long she will agree to it though.....very sketchy at times. Is it ok to sign the papers now and wait to file if need be??