Full question:
We had filed a petition for adoption with an agency few months ago. Unforeseen circumstances have led us to back off from it and would like to know the law on withdrawal of petition from adoption in California?
- Category: Adoption
- Date:
- State: California
Answer:
If you wish to withdraw your adoption petition, the court will transfer the child to the care of the adoption agency. This agency will then arrange for a new placement or make suitable plans for the child. This process is outlined in California Family Code § 8918, which states that if the court accepts the recommendation to remove the child from your home—whether due to your withdrawal of the petition or a denial by the agency—the child will be committed to the agency's care for further arrangements.
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