§ 5–3A-13
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Fam. Law § 5-3A-13 (2026)
Title 5. Children
Subtitle 3A. Private Agency Guardianship and Adoption
§ 5–3A-13LinkCopy Citation
(a)
Only a child placement agency may petition for guardianship under this subtitle.
(b)
A court may grant guardianship under this subtitle only for a minor.
(c)
A petitioner shall attach to a petition:
(1)
all written consents for the guardianship that the petitioner has; and
(2)
if applicable:
(i)
proof of guardianship or relinquishment of parental rights granted by an administrative, executive, or judicial body of a state or other jurisdiction; and
(ii)
certification that the guardianship or relinquishment was granted in compliance with the jurisdiction’s laws.