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Same-Sex Couples and Adoption in Illinois

Published on February 16, 2010 by Sandra Slaga

Illinois is among several states that have laws which clearly allow unmarried persons, including same-sex couples, to adopt.  The Illinois Adoption Act states that “a reputable person of legal age and of either sex” may petition to adopt a child.   750 ILCS 50/2.  Illinois courts have held that this applies to unmarried same-sex couples or [...]

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Gay Adoption in Illinois

Published on October 19, 2009 by Sandra Slaga

Illinois is among several states that have laws which explicitly allow same-sex couples to adopt. The Illinois Adoption Act states that “a reputable person of legal age and of either sex” may petition to adopt a child. 750 ILCS 50/2. Illinois appellate courts have interpreted the Adoption Act to permit same-sex [...]

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