Md. Code Ann., Fam. Law § 5-3A-34 – Considerations

(a) In ruling on a petition for a child's adoption under this Part III of this subtitle, a court shall consider:
1. (1) all factors necessary to determine the child's best interests; and
2. (2) the report required under § 5-3A-31 of this subtitle.
(b) In ruling on an adoption petition under this Part III of this subtitle, a court may not deny the petition solely because the petitioner is single or unmarried.

Added by Acts 2006, c. 365, § 2, eff. June 1, 2006.