2012 Statute
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59-2116. Same; time of execution. A consent or relinquishment may not be given by the mother or accepted until 12 hours after the birth of a child. Any consent or relinquishment given by the mother before 12 hours after the birth of a child is voidable, prior to the final decree of adoption. |
History: L. 1990, ch. 145, § 6; L. 1994, ch. 301, § 12; July 1. |
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