Florida § 63.042 - Who may be adopted; who may adopt.
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§ 63.042. Who may be adopted; who may adopt.
(1) Any person, a minor or an adult, may be adopted. (2) The following persons may adopt: (a) A husband and wife jointly; (b) An unmarried adult; or (c) A married person without the other spouse joining as a petitioner, if the person to be adopted is not his or her spouse, and if: 1. The other spouse is a parent of the person to be adopted and consents to the adoption; or 2. The failure of the other spouse to join in the petition or to consent to the adoption is excused by the court for good cause shown or in the best interest of the child. (3) No person eligible under this section shall be prohibited from adopting solely because such person possesses a physical disability or handicap, unless it is determined by the court or adoption entity that such disability or handicap renders such person incapable of serving as an effective parent. (4) No person eligible under this section shall be prohibited from adopting solely because he or she desires to educate the adopted child at home.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 63.042
What does Florida Statutes § 63.042 cover?
Section 63.042 ("Who may be adopted; who may adopt.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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