An adoptive mother who surrendered her adopted child is liable for child support even though a biological parent in the same circumstances would not bear that responsibility, New York’s Appellate Division, 3rd Department, held last week.
The court acknowledged that its decision could be construed as a disincentive for people to adopt children, especially handicapped children, but said the result was statutorily dictated.
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