Section 111 – Whose consent required

1. Subject to the limitations hereinafter set forth consent to adoption shall be required as follows: (a) Of the adoptive child, if over fourteen years of age, unless the judge or surrogate in his discretion dispenses with such consent;(b) Of the parents or surviving...

Section 110 – Who may adopt; effect of article

An adult unmarried person, an adult married couple together, or any two unmarried adult intimate partners together may adopt another person. An adult married person who is living separate and apart from his or her spouse pursuant to a decree or judgment of separation...

Section 109 – Definitions

When used in this article, unless the context or subject matter manifestly requires a different interpretation:1. “Adoptive parent” or “adoptor” shall mean a person adopting and “adoptive child” or “adoptee” shall mean a...