As amended through Rule Change 2024(18), effective October 2, 2024
Rule 6 - Petition in Adoption(a) Every petition in adoption shall be verified and shall include the following information: (1) All information required by Section 19-5-208 , C.R.S.; (2) A statement detailing why venue is proper; (3) A statement as to the factual basis of the child's availability for adoption; (4) The name of the person or agency placing the child in the home of petitioner(s) and the date of such placement. If placement is pursuant to court order, a copy of that order shall be attached to the petition; (5) If the petition is for a designated adoption, a complete statement as to the facts surrounding the designation; (6) A statement by petitioner(s) of any fee charged relative to the adoption and any charges, gifts, charitable contributions, medical expenses, or other consideration or thing of value as may be subject to the approval of the court; and (7) A statement as to what, if any, additional charges, gifts, charitable contributions, medical expenses, or other consideration or thing of value that are anticipated to be paid. (b) At least 14 days prior to the hearing on the petition, petitioner(s) shall file with the court the following documentation: (1) All documents concerning the child's availability for adoption; (2) The consent for adoption and report for adoption, as set forth in Section 19-5-207 , C.R.S.; (3) Where adoption of a foreign-born child is sought, the parties must present certified copies of the original documents with certified translations of the documents adjudicating the child as available for adoption; (4) A statement of fees by counsel itemizing the hourly rate, services provided, and time spent on the case. A statement of fees in any agency adoption shall detail the services provided; and (5) The report of the county department of social services or licensed child placement agency, as required by law. Entire chapter repealed and reenacted June 16, 1988, effective 1/1/1989; entire rule amended and adopted December 14, 2000, effective 1/1/2001; IP(b) amended and adopted December 14, 2011, effective 7/1/2012.