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Adoption: Out-of-State Certification
You are required to be certified to adopt in accordance with
the laws of your state by doing one of the following:
- Go to your local child welfare agency (usually no cost), OR
- Contact a private adoption agency in your state, OR
- Contact the Louisiana LARE Program Manager at 1-800-259-3428 for instructions if you are interested in adopting a Louisiana child.