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Originally Posted By Hattie

I plan to remarry in spring '02 and my new husband wants to adopt my son, who will be 2 years old in March. My ex-husband (my son's father) has stated he will consent. Do you know if it is legally required or even common practice for the court to prohibit such an adoption until my new husband and I have been married a specified period of time (i.e. one year)? I have been researching Indiana code and can find nothing on this.

Also, Indiana code states that when the child is over 2 yrs. old the court can order postadoption visitation priveleges to the biological father. (He does currently visit.) Does anyone know if this is ever done over the objection of the custodial/adoptive parents?

Thanks for any help!