Can I Adopt My Stepson at 18 Without His Mother's Permission
My question involves guardianship in the State of: Oklahoma
I want to adopt my step son. He will be turning 18, can I adopt him without his mother permission at that point?
Plus he wants to live with his father (us) in December which would put him 3 months before turning 18. Can his mother that has sole custody stop him for doing this? If so we can wait till he turns 18.
My understanding is I can adopt him after he turns 18 as long as he and his father (my spouse) agree.
My sole purpose for wanting to adopt him is due to I am Indian and would like for him to be a citizen with my tribe and receive the same benefits that his other brothers and sisters are getting.
Any help would be appreciated.......
Thank You
Re: Can I Adopt My Stepson at 18 Without His Mothers Permission
Though you can adopt him at 18, you need to check with your tribe. I am willing to bet he is not entitled to tribal benefits absent Indian bloodlines.
Re: Can I Adopt My Stepson at 18 Without His Mothers Permission
As soon as your step son is a legal adult you can adopt him without his mother's permission. You'll just do an adult adoption, which is much easier. Also as an adult, he can live anywhere he chooses.
Re: Can I Adopt My Stepson at 18 Without His Mothers Permission
The statute is in this thread.