Ohio § 3107.08
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 3107.08, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3107.08.
(A) The required consent to adoption may be executed at any time after seventy-two hours
after the birth of a minor, and shall be executed in the following manner: (1) If by the person to be adopted, whether a minor or an adult, in the presence of the
court; (2) If by a parent of the person to be adopted, in accordance with section 3107.081 of the Revised Code ; (3) If by an agency, by the executive head or other authorized representative, in the
presence of a person authorized to take acknowledgments; (4) If by any other person, in the presence of the court or in the presence of a person
authorized to take acknowledgments; (5) If by a juvenile court, by appropriate order. (B) A consent which does not name or otherwise identify the prospective adoptive parent
is valid if it contains a statement by the person giving consent that it was voluntarily
executed irrespective of disclosure of the name or other identification of the prospective
adoptive parent.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 3107.08
What does Ohio Revised Code § 3107.08 cover?
Section 3107.08 is part of the Ohio Revised Code, the codified statutory law of Ohio. 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 Ohio § 3107.08?
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Is this the official text of Ohio law?
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