California · Family Code
FAM §9300: (a) An adult may be adopted by another adult, including a stepparent, as provided in this part.
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(a) An adult may be adopted by another adult, including a stepparent, as provided in this part. (b) A married minor may be adopted in the same manner as an adult under this part.
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