New Jersey § 9:3-43
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 9:3-43, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 9:3-43.
a. Notwithstanding the provisions of P.L.1977, c. 367 ( C.9:3-37 et seq. ) or any other law to the contrary, an adopting parent shall not be required to petition
a court in this State for adoption of a child if: (1) the child was adopted under the laws of a jurisdiction or country other than the
United States; and (2) the validity of the foreign adoption has been verified by the granting of an IR-3
immigrant visa, or a successor immigrant visa, for the child by the United States
Citizenship and Immigration Services. b. If an adopting parent chooses to file a petition for adoption in this State, a
court may grant a judgment of adoption without requiring the consent of a parent otherwise
required pursuant to section 5 of P.L.1977, c. 367 ( C.9:3-41 ) if the petitioner files with the petition a judgment of adoption, guardianship or
termination of parental rights granted by a judicial, administrative or executive
body of a jurisdiction or country other than the United States that is in compliance
with the laws of that country.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 9:3-43
What does New Jersey Statutes § 9:3-43 cover?
Section 9:3-43 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. 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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