Part 1Adoption

C1Chapter 2The adoption process

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The making of adoption orders

I1C132C1Consent of child aged 12 or over

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Except where subsection (2) applies, an adoption order may not be made in respect of a child who is aged 12 or over unless the child consents.

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This subsection applies where the court is satisfied that the child is incapable of consenting to the order.