Arizona § 8-161 - Definitions
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 8-161 — Definitions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8-161. Definitions
In this article, unless the context otherwise requires:
1. "Application" means the completion of the department application form with documentation of the child's special needs and nonrecurring expenses related to the adoption.
2. "Child" means a person who is under the age of eighteen years and who is adopted in this state or placed for adoption from this state.
3. "Nonrecurring adoption expenses" means reasonable and necessary adoption fees, court costs, attorney fees and expenses which are directly related to the legal process of adoption of a child with special needs including costs relating to the adoption study, health and psychological examinations, supervision of the placement before the adoption, transportation and reasonable costs of lodging and food for the child or adoptive parents which are incurred to complete the adoption process, meet federal requirements and are not reimbursed by other sources.
4. "Special needs" has the same meaning as provided in section 8-141.
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 8-161
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 8-161 cover?
Section 8-161 ("Definitions") is part of the Arizona Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Arizona. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Arizona § 8-161?
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Is this the official text of Arizona law?
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How does Arizona § 8-161 apply to my situation?
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