Parties to An Adoption
Hawaii
Who May Adopt
Statute: § 578-1
• Any
unmarried adult
• The spouse
of a birth parent
• A husband
and wife jointly
Who May Be Adopted
Statute: § 578-1.5
• Any person
• An adult who
gives written consent to the adoption
Who May Place a Child for Adoption
Statute: § 578-2
• Parent or
legal guardian
• The
department
• Approved
child placement organization
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