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Florida Adoptions<\/h1>\n
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\n By Melissa McCall, J.D.<\/a> | Legally reviewed by FindLaw Staff<\/a>\n | Last updated\n
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Adoption is a legal process that establishes a parent-child relationship under the law. State law governs adoptions, so we must turn to Florida adoption law to understand adoptions in the state of Florida.  <\/p>\n

This FindLaw article will examine Florida adoption law.<\/p>\n

Adoption Basics<\/b><\/h2>\n

Although adoption laws vary from state to state, a few similar foundational aspects exist for all adoptions. In almost all adoption processes, prospective adoptive parents must meet their state’s eligibility criteria. They must also complete a background check or home study. Finally, a court, often a family court, must approve the adoption before it gets finalized. <\/p>\n

Florida adoption laws apply to the following:<\/p>\n