Rule 9-103 – Petition

(a)Titling of Case. A proceeding shall be titled “In re Adoption/Guardianship of _______________ (first name and first initial of last name of prospective adoptee or ward).(b)Petition for Adoption.(1)Contents. A petition for adoption shall be signed and verified...

Rule 9-102 – Consents; Revocation of Consent

(a)Consents Generally Required. Except when otherwise permitted, a judgment of adoption or guardianship may not be entered without the consents prescribed by Code, Family Law Article. Cross reference: For provisions governing the authority to grant guardianships or...

Rule 9-101 – Applicability; Definitions

(a) Applicability. The Rules in this Chapter apply to proceedings under Code, Family Law Article, Title 5, Subtitles 3 (Guardianship to and Adoption through Local Department), 3A (Private Agency Guardianship and Adoption), and 3B (Independent Adoption). Cross...