Parties to An Adoption
Wyoming
Who May Adopt
Statute: § 1-22-103
Any adult person who has resided in the State
at least 60 days and determined to be fit and competent
Who May Be Adopted
Statute: § 1-22-102
Any person present within the State when the
petition is filed
Who May Place a Child for Adoption
Statute: § 1-22-109
• The child's
parent(s)
• Legal
guardian or custodian
• A licensed
child-placing agency
• The
Department of Family Services
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