Pennsylvania law allows prospective adoptive parents to enter into agreements with birth relatives to maintain contact or communication after adoption. It also requires notification about these options and provides for guardian ad litem representation for certain siblings. Additionally, children aged 12 or older must consent to agreements affecting them.
Yes, they can enter into agreements with birth relatives to maintain contact or communication after adoption.
Yes, children aged 12 or older must give their consent for certain agreements under Pennsylvania law.
A guardian ad litem represents siblings under 18 who are not being adopted, helping develop agreements regarding their contact and welfare.
Yes, agencies and representatives must notify prospective adoptive parents, birth parents, and capable children about these options.