OAR 413-140-0000: Purpose

The purpose of these rules (OAR 413-140-0000 to 413-140-0110) is to: (1) Define the role of the Department in an Oregon Non-Departmental adoption of a child; (2) Provide appropriate Department procedures regarding Non-Departmental adoptions in Oregon; (3) Specify documents and information required for Non-Departmental adoption waivers issued by the Department; and (4) Specify fees applicable to the completion of an independent adoption placement report.