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I think...
The state laws in PA are 30 days revokation period for consent and 6 months to finalize. We are in the process of adopting from MD, but we are from PA, so we had looked into the laws in the 2 states to see where it would be better to finalize. Turns out, it doesn't make a difference; both states were basically the same. I am not sure what the birthfather's rights are if he does not sign, so that may be an even greater risk. The 30 days are too long and I hope they change the laws soon. I can't imagine having to give back a baby after a day, let alone 30! But the 6 months are more for the state to make sure the child is in good hands rather than a period for anyone to come reclaim their child. Our social worker told us it should be looked at as the afamily's bragging period.
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