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Currently, Florida is the only state that specifically prohibits same-sex adoption, whether by gay and lesbian individuals or couples whereas Mississippi permits individual adoption but does not allow joint adoption by same-sex couples. Utah on the other hand, prohibits any adoption by a person who may be cohabitating with the guardian or parent but is not legally married. These laws presents a unique challenge to gay and lesbian couples wishing to adopt so it pays to know the laws in your state before you begin an adoption process.
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What are some downfalls to joint adoption by same-sex couples?
The only negative that is specific only to same-sex couples is that of discrimination.
Are same-sex married couples permitted to adopt children in Canada?
Yes, joint adoption by same-sex couples is legal in all Canadian provinces.
Are same-sex married couples permitted to adopt children in Norway?
Yes. As of 2009, same-sex couples enjoy full joint adoption rights in Norway.
Are same-sex married couples permitted to adopt children in Spain?
Yes. As of 2005, same-sex couples enjoy full joint adoption rights in Spain.
Are same-sex married couples permitted to adopt children in Sweden?
Yes. As of 2002, same-sex couples enjoy full joint adoption rights in Sweden.
Are same-sex married couples permitted to adopt children in Scotland?
Yes. As of 2009, same-sex couples enjoy full joint adoption rights in Scotland.
Are same-sex married couples permitted to adopt children in Northern Ireland?
Yes, same-sex couples have full joint adoption rights in Northern Ireland.
Does New Jersey permit joint adoption by same-sex couples?
Yes, since 1997. Before 1997, only married couples could jointly adopt children.
Are same-sex married couples permitted to adopt children in England?
Yes. As of 2005, same-sex couples enjoy full joint adoption rights in England and Wales.
Are same-sex married couples permitted to adopt children in Wales?
Yes. As of 2005, same-sex couples enjoy full joint adoption rights in England and Wales.
Are same-sex married couples permitted to adopt children in Alabama?
On October 12, 2012, the Alabama Court of Civil Appeals ruled that a Mobile woman could not adopt her wife's child because their out-of-state marriage was not legal in Alabama. There is no law in Alabama which explicitly prohibits joint adoption or "stepchild" adoption by a same-sex couple. There is no law preventing a single LGBT individual from adopting either.
Are same-sex married couples permitted to adopt children in the Australian Capital Territory?
Yes, as of 2004, same-sex couples enjoy full joint adoption rights in the Australian Capital Territory.
