# Family Law (GFL)

## Title 5. Children

### Subtitle 3B. Independent Adoption

#### Section 5-3B-17

Except as provided in Sec. 5-3B-27 of this subtitle, a court shall hold a hearing before entering an order for adoption under this subtitle.

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