# Family Law (GFL)

## Title 5. Children

### Subtitle 3A. Private Agency Guardianship and Adoption

#### Section 5-3A-13

(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.

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Md. Code Ann., Fam. Law (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)