How can I open my adoption file?

Question

How can I open my adoption file?

Answer 1

If you are 18, you can go to the court house where it was sealed and as that it be opened to you.

If you are not 18.... well, sorry, there is nothing that you can do.

Answer 2

It depends which country you live in

Most countries you can have your records when you turn 18.  They belong to you!

However, if you live in the USA it's a different story.  The USA is in the dark ages when it comes to adoption records, original birth certificates and their rightful owners.  Most states still have outdated laws on their books that keep the records sealed, even from the person they belong to!

So, you need to find out if you are in one of the 6 States that has changed the antiquated laws so you can have  your records (or one of the 2 States which never sealed them in the first place or, if you are unlucky and live in a State that still has sealed records you need to petition the court where the adoption was finalized and state your 'good cause' for wanting them.  (I know - ridiculous!)

If you have native american blood, you will most likely be given your records in any State.  There are special rules for native americans relating to the right to join their tribe

If you want more information, just post what State you're in

Answer 3

go to court

Answer 4

you go to the court where your adoption was done. you petition them to giveyou your files this should happen sometimes if the real parents alive they may opt to not let you have it. but i think its yours and they can't stop you. you have that right good luck

Answer 5

if you are 18 contact the adoption agency that helped place you into a home. that is what i did.