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Probate 18.0

Petition for Adoption of Minor

Ohio · Supreme Court of Ohio

This form is a request to the court to legally adopt a minor child and to change the child's name. It asks the petitioner to provide personal details and information about the minor and any required consents.

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Stage: Start a case

This form is used when someone wishes to start the legal process of adopting a minor child in the Probate Court.

Usually filed by the person starting the case.

Common questions

Who fills out this form?
The person starting the adoption process, called the petitioner, fills out this form.
What information does the petitioner need to provide?
The petitioner must provide their full name, address, and relationship to the minor. They also provide details about the minor to be adopted.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 10, 2026.

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