Emancipation Packet

This packet is designed to guide you through the process of filing a Petition for Emancipation. The forms in this packet are intended to guide pro-se litigants.  Each case is different and will be determined on a case by case basis.  At any time legal advice is needed, please consult with an attorney for your legal rights and obligations.

Stepparent Adoption Packet

This packet is designed to help you through the process of filing a Stepparent Adoption.  The information and forms included in this packet are intended to guide pro-se litigants as to form and content.  The Children’s Court judges may require additional information or may require different information.  This will be determined on a case by case basis.

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