The good news is that adopting your stepchild in Kentucky is affordable for all families. You no longer have to spend thousands of dollars on attorney fees to complete a stepparent adoption—even if the person you want to adopt is now an adult.
The cost of adopting a stepchild or an adult in Kentucky can be straightforward and budget-friendly with StepparentAdoptionForms.com. Instead of paying excessive legal fees, you can complete your adoption for just $325 plus court costs, saving your family both time and money.
No Consent? No Problem!
Many of our clients face challenges obtaining the noncustodial parent’s consent, often because the biological father is absent or his whereabouts are unknown. We help make this process simple and stress-free for you.
Under Kentucky law (KRS 199.502), adoptions can proceed without consent if the other parent has abandoned the child—a common scenario in many stepparent adoptions.
At StepparentAdoptionForms.com, we have helped tens of thousands of families successfully complete their adoptions. Our service provides step-by-step guidance and personalized support until your adoption is finalized by the court.
Breakdown of Adoption Costs in Kentucky
StepparentAdoptionForms.com Fee – $325 (One-time payment)
Court Filing Fees – $150 to $400, depending on the county (which you will pay later directly to the court)
Additional Legal Costs – $0 (No attorney required when using our service!)
Possible Additional Fees – If a court requires a home study or background check, costs can vary but are often not required in stepparent adoptions
How Our Service Makes Adoption Simple
Our proven do-it-yourself adoption system eliminates the hassle and high costs of hiring a lawyer. For $325, you receive:
All required legal documents tailored to Kentucky adoption laws
Clear filing instructions to guide you through the court process
Personalized support from our adoption specialists until your case is finalized
Lifetime access to updates or assistance throughout your adoption journey
We make the process simple, fast, and stress-free, ensuring that you never feel alone at any step.
Step-by-Step Guide to Adopting a Stepchild in Kentucky
The stepparent adoption process in Kentucky follows clear legal steps under Kentucky Revised Statutes (KRS) Chapter 199:
Step 1: File the Adoption Petition
- The stepparent files the adoption petition in the Circuit Court of their county.
- Your adoption paperwork will include:
- The petition for adoption
- All necessary court-required documents, including consents, final orders, and forms for the new birth certificate. There are many other documents that are required for the adoption, and we will have them all ready for you to present to the court.
- Instructions for background checks, if required
- Any other documents needed for court approval
Step 2: Proceed Without Consent if the Other Parent is Absent
- Consent is NOT required if the court determines that the parent has abandoned the child, as outlined in KRS 199.502.
- If the noncustodial parent has had no contact or support for at least 90 days, the court can terminate their parental rights, allowing the adoption to proceed without delay.
Step 3: Court Reviews the Case
- A judge reviews all submitted documents and determines if the adoption is in the child’s best interest.
- In uncontested cases, a court hearing may not even be required, which fast-tracks the process.
Step 4: Finalization of the Adoption
- The judge approves the adoption and issues a final decree.
- The child’s birth certificate is updated, listing the stepparent as a legal parent and reflecting any name change requested during the adoption process.
With our help, most families complete their adoption smoothly and without legal complications.
Why Choose StepparentAdoptionForms.com?
For over a decade, we have helped tens of thousands of families successfully navigate the adoption process. Unlike other services, we stay with you every step of the way, offering expert support until your adoption is finalized by the court.
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