Legal Question in Family Law in California

5150 and adoption

My wife was committed on a 5150 three years ago. Things are fine now, and lately, we have been thinking about adoption. Does the 5150 have any effect on that?


Asked on 10/09/07, 5:26 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Lyle Johnson Bedi and Johnson Attorneys at Law

Re: 5150 and adoption

It will be a factor in determining whether you are eligible to adopt. The affect that it will have on a petition for adoption will depend upon why she was held on a 5150. If she is being treated by a doctor consult with that attorney regarding her ability to parent a child.

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Answered on 10/23/07, 2:15 am


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