Utah Administrative Code
The Utah Administrative Code is the body of all effective administrative rules as compiled and organized by the Division of Administrative Rules (Subsection 63G-3-102(5); see also Sections 63G-3-701 and 702).
NOTE: For a list of rules that have been made effective since April 1, 2013, please see the codification segue page.
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R512. Human Services, Child and Family Services.
Rule R512-42. Adoption by Relatives.
As in effect on April 1, 2013
Table of Contents
- R512-42-1. Purpose and Authority.
- R512-42-2. Adoption by Relatives.
- KEY
- Date of Enactment or Last Substantive Amendment
- Notice of Continuation
- Authorizing, Implemented, or Interpreted Law
R512-42-1. Purpose and Authority.
(1) The purpose of this rule is to specify requirements for relatives to adopt a child in the custody of the Division of Child and Family Services (Child and Family Services).
(2) This rule is authorized by Section 62A-4a-102.
R512-42-2. Adoption by Relatives.
(1) A relative who has a relationship with a child available for adoption may apply to adopt a particular child. The application and home study will be handled in accordance with the Child and Family Services Adoption Practice Guidelines, and in accordance with Section 78B-6-128, based upon the best interest of the child.
KEY
adoption
Date of Enactment or Last Substantive Amendment
February 9, 2010
Notice of Continuation
March 5, 2012
Authorizing, Implemented, or Interpreted Law
62A-4a-102; 78A-6-307; 78B-6-102; 78B-6-117; 78B-6-128; 78B-6-137
Additional Information
Contact
For questions regarding the content or application of rules under Title R512, please contact the promulgating agency (Human Services, Child and Family Services). A list of agencies with links to their homepages is available at http://www.utah.gov/government/agencylist.html or from http://www.rules.utah.gov/contact/agencycontacts.htm.