Can you adopt a 18 year old?

Answer 1

Well, for adoption, you have to get official papers sent to the court and all and I'm pretty sure there's a hearing (I'm not a lawyer) so I think it's up to a judge. I remember when I got adopted, there wasn't a formal hearing I don't think (I was 9, I'm 18 now so it's a bit fuzzy haha) but the judge talked to me and talked to my parents and asked me if I wanted to be adopted and probably did legal searches and stuff on my (now) father. So, if the judge deems you to be a fit parent and the 17 year old is okay with the adoption, then they should agree to everything. I don't really see the point, it's just a year until they're 18 and legally an adult. Maybe you want to do it for insurance purposes? I don't know. Just a guess.

Answer 2

as long as they are in a stable house and hold down a job that can support themselves and the child then i dont see why not. but it may depend on what state you live in so i would Google it for whatever state you live in. good luck friend

Answer 3

There is no legal bar, but it is unlikely that any public adoption agency would support your application.

Many 18 year old people are unable to care for themselves so without some very special circumstance you are probably not going to be chosen to adopt.

Your only reasonable option would be private adoption.

Answer 4

It is legally possible, and the courts MIGHT consider it if there were absolutely NO OTHER adult family relatives available - REALISTICALLY however, based on the age, maturity, and coping factor alone, the judge is quite likely to order a DCF audit to determine if you are, in fact, the best alternative as the adoptive guardian.

Answer 5

At 18 years old, a person is considered a legal adult.