hi all...
i wanna ask u smthing...
im 19 years old now...
can my uncle adopt me if he wanted ....
or the adoption is only alowed for persons under 18?
2006-08-24 04:39:16 · 14 answers · asked by p_e_a_c_e_finder 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Other - Society & Culture
Once you're 18, you're officially an adult and cannot be adopted.. he could still take care of you, but cannot be you legal parent..
2006-08-24 04:42:45 · answer #1 · answered by qbanita0113 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
I think adoption can only take place before you reach 18. Once you are 18 you are classed as an adult. So i wouldnt imagine that you can be adopted now
2006-08-24 11:57:04 · answer #2 · answered by Rhian T 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Adoption is only for minors. Once you are over 18, the state reognizes you as an adult and not in need of a legal guardian of any sort, unless you are severely mentally or physically handicapped.
2006-08-24 11:49:43 · answer #3 · answered by Jylsamynne 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most places in North America, age 18 is considered an adult. Therefore, you are legally on your own, so no adoption would be necessary.
2006-08-24 11:44:11 · answer #4 · answered by theprez7 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. Anyone can adopt anybody as long as there is consent from both parties. This happens a lot with people who have special needs. I don't know your situation but either way you should be able to do it.
2006-08-28 09:36:24 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
why would you want to be adopted at this age? I'm not sure but I think its only for under 18's cos after this age you are supposed to be an adult and capable of looking after yourself.
2006-08-24 11:42:45 · answer #6 · answered by Emma W 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Yes, you can be adopted. You must give and get consent from all parties though.
2006-08-24 11:44:09 · answer #7 · answered by Starla_C 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You an adult know why you want your uncle to adopt you.you could if you don't havve anywhere to go.but, it going to take time because you pass 18yrs.
2006-08-24 11:46:25 · answer #8 · answered by keisha 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I think it depends. for things like citizenship or studen loans, i think he still can until you're 24. Check with a lawyer first though.
2006-08-24 11:47:40 · answer #9 · answered by Lotus Phoenix 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are in full time education I thing he can or he could be your guardian.Its different in Scotland, England.
2006-08-24 11:51:59 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋