New York § 13 - 13(enacted without section heading)
Full text of New York New York Consolidated Laws § 13 — 13(enacted without section heading), with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13. 13(enacted without section heading)
§ 13. (enacted without section heading). Any corporation such as is described in the last preceding section, now having or which may hereafter have in its custody, a minor whose parents are both deceased and who has no general guardian or relative capable of furnishing such minor with a good home who will assume that responsibility, may place such minor by adoption without obtaining anyone's consent except that of the court or judge to whom the application for adoption is made and the consent of such minor if over twelve years of age.
Frequently Asked Questions About New York § 13
What does New York Consolidated Laws § 13 cover?
Section 13 ("13(enacted without section heading)") is part of the New York Consolidated Laws, the codified statutory law of New York. 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 New York § 13?
A common citation format is "New York Consolidated Laws § 13" (New York). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
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