Who fills out this form?

This form is signed by the Probate Judge after the court has heard the case. It is a court order.

What does this form do?

It officially grants the adoption and changes the name of the minor being adopted. It is titled 'Final Decree of Adoption.'

Does this form require a hearing?

The form is titled 'Without Interlocutory Order,' suggesting it is the final decree issued after the necessary hearings and filings are complete.

Probate 18.7

Final Decree of Adoption (Without Interlocutory Order)

Ohio · Supreme Court of Ohio

This form is a final court order that officially makes an adoption legal and changes the name of the adopted minor. It records that the court has reviewed several requirements, including the minor living in the petitioner's home for six months.

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This form is used at the end of an adoption case when the judge is ready to issue the final order granting the adoption and name change.

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Common questions

Who fills out this form?: This form is signed by the Probate Judge after the court has heard the case. It is a court order.
What does this form do?: It officially grants the adoption and changes the name of the minor being adopted. It is titled 'Final Decree of Adoption.'
Does this form require a hearing?: The form is titled 'Without Interlocutory Order,' suggesting it is the final decree issued after the necessary hearings and filings are complete.

Revision history

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

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