How to legally adopt 23 year old step-daughter

[hjpollock]

I would like to legally adopt my step-daughter, who is 23 years old. I have been her mom since she was four and for a variety of reasons, never pursued making it legal. Once she turned 18, I thought that it was no longer an option. I was recently told that I can still adopt her and would like information on how to do this. Thank you for your time and assistance.

 

[ElleMD]

You can find links to the forms you will need here http://www.courts.wa.gov/forms/?fa=forms.static&staticID=7. Or contact your local courthouse.

 

[cbg]

Just for benefit of future readers; in many states it would not be possible. Washington is one of the few states that does have a provision for adult adoption.

 

[army judge]

Adult adoptions are possible:

http://adoptingback.com/adopting-back/united-states-adult-adoption-law/

https://www.legalzoom.com/articles/can-you-legally-adopt-an-adult

 

[cbg]

Adult adoptions are possible in some states under some conditions. For example, our OP could not adopt her stepdaughter today in Alabama.