Family Code 8909

Summary:

An agency may not place a child for intercountry adoption unless a written report on the child's medical background (including current medical reports on the child, has been submitted to the prospective adoptive parents and they have acknowledged in writing the receipt of the report.

Parties Bound: 
Private adoption agencies licensed to provide intercountry adoptions.
Other Relevant California Code Sections: 
Family Code 8706
Associated Federal Law(s): 
Uses and disclosures to carry out treatment, payment, or health care operations : Permitted uses and disclosures