1. Post-adoptive placement, until adoption finalization. The child-placing agency shall have policy and procedure detailing: a. Supportive services offered and available for the child and adoptive family following adoptive placement; b. Monthly visitation with the adoptive parents and other members of the adoptive family, as applicable; c. Monthly face-to-face visits with the child primarily in the child's residence; and d. Assistance provided to the adoptive family in completing the legal adoption of the child.

2. Post-finalization. The child-placing agency shall have policy and procedure detailing: a. Supportive services offered and available to adoptive parents, birth parents, and the adoptive child or adult, as applicable; b. Exchange of information between birth and adoptive families consistent with contact agreements; and c. Information and referral services, including the North Dakota post adopt network.

3. The child-placing agency shall have policy and procedures detailing adoption search services specific to the process, availability, and fees charged.

History: Effective April 1, 2010; amended effective April 1, 2024.

General Authority: NDCC 50-12-05

Law Implemented: NDCC 50-12-05