Louisiana Family Questions & Answers
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Asked in New Orleans, Louisiana
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May 2025
Can an adult be adopted without the consent of the biological parents?
For nearly ten years now, I have had no contact with my biological parents since reaching adulthood. During this time, I grew up with another family who has provided support and love, and we’ve been considering the possibility of them legally adopting me. One pressing question looms over this potential transition: do we need to formally notify or obtain consent from my biological parents in order to move forward with the adoption process? I find myself anxious about this, as I anticipate that engaging them could lead to a complex and emotionally challenging situation, given our history.
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