Vermont § 5-103 - Consent by spouse

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§ 5-103. Consent by spouse

  • (a) Consent to the adoption of an adult or emancipated minor is required only of the spouse
    of the prospective adoptive parent, unless they are legally separated, or the court
    finds that the spouse is not capable of giving consent or is withholding consent contrary
    to the best interests of the adoptee and the prospective adoptive parent. (b) The consent of the spouse of the prospective adoptive parent: (1) shall be in writing and be signed or confirmed in the presence of the court or a person
    authorized to take acknowledgments; (2) shall state that the spouse: (A) consents to the proposed adoption; and (B) understands the consequences the adoption may have for any right of inheritance, property,
    or support the spouse has; and (3) may contain a waiver of any proceedings for adoption. (Added 1995, No. 161 (Adj. Sess.), § 1.)

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