Minnesota Instructions — Stepparent Adoption (Uncontested) is a legal process that allows a stepparent to adopt a child that is already a part of their family. It is an uncontested adoption, meaning both the biological parent and the stepparent are in agreement with the adoption. The process is typically faster than other adoptions due to the fact that the biological parent is already involved in the child's life and is supportive of the adoption. In order to begin the process, the stepparent must obtain a Petition for Adoption from the county district court where the adoption will take place. The petition must include the names of the biological parent and the stepparent, the child’s name, and any other relevant information. The petition must then be signed by both the biological parent and the stepparent. Once the petition is filed with the court, the court will schedule a hearing to review the adoption. At the hearing, the court will make sure that the adoption is in the best interest of the child. The court may also require that the stepparent undergo a background check and home visit. Once the adoption is approved, the court will issue an Order for Adoption and the stepparent will be the legal parent of the child. Types of Minnesota Instructions — Stepparent Adoption (Uncontested): 1. Traditional Stepparent Adoption 2. Relative Stepparent Adoption 3. Second Parent Adoption.