California Family Code

§ 8613.5

FAM § 8613.5 Effective Jan 1, 2015Div. 13 · Part 2 · Ch. 1

Statute text

(a)(1) If it is impossible or impracticable for either prospective adoptive parent to make an appearance in person, and the circumstances are established by clear and convincing documentary evidence, the court may, in its discretion, do either of the following:

(A)Waive the personal appearance of the prospective adoptive parent. The appearance may be made for the prospective adoptive parent by counsel, commissioned and empowered in writing for that purpose. The power of attorney may be incorporated in the adoption petition.

(B)Authorize the prospective adoptive parent to appear by telephone, videoconference, or other remote electronic means that the court deems reasonable, prudent, and reliable.

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Legislative history

Amended by Stats. 2014, Ch. 763, Sec. 9. (AB 1701) Effective January 1, 2015.