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In Rhode Island, any adult who lives in the state can adopt, and married couples must file jointly. Adoptive families may provide financial support to the birth mom for unreimbursed medical, legal, and often counseling expenses. Birth parent(s) can consent to adoption 15 days after birth. Consent becomes irrevocable 180 days after the adoption decree is entered, unless clear and convincing evidence filed by the court proves the adoption is not in the best interests of the child. Fun fact: Rhode Island is the smallest U.S. state.
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Alliance for Children
Providence, RI