Same-Sex Couple
How are same-sex couples named on the final birth certificate? N/A
Can an international same-sex male couple obtain an initial birth certificate naming the biological father and Gestational Carrier? N/A
Can the non-biological parent in a same-sex couple obtain a second parent adoption based solely on the fact that the child was born in Louisiana (i.e., neither of the Intended Parents lives in Louisiana)? N/A
If no, will Louisiana Vital Records honor a second parent adoption order from another state and add the second parent to the birth certificate? N/A
Second Parent & Stepparent Adoptions for Louisiana Residents
Note: This situation typically arises if the child is born outside the state. The parents then return to Louisiana to obtain a second parent adoption or stepparent adoption in Louisiana.
Will courts in Louisiana grant second parent adoptions or stepparent adoptions to heterosexual couples living in Louisiana? Yes, if they are married.
Will courts in Louisiana grant second parent adoptions or stepparent adoptions to same-sex couples living in Louisiana? Yes, if they are married.