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What is the difference between an adoption by a stepparent and /or a close relative and other adoptions??

April 26, 2017adoption adoptions difference relative stepparent

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What is the difference between an adoption by a stepparent and /or a close relative and other adoptions??

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[There is usually a lot less formality and requirements when the adoptee is being adopted by a stepparent or close family member. Unlike all other adoptions, usually no preplacement or postplacement investigation nor accounting of the cost relating to the adoption are required.