Delaware Adoption Order of Reference is a court order that finalizes an adoption in the state of Delaware. It is issued by the Family Court in the County of the adoptive parents. The Order of Reference grants the adoptive parents all legal rights and responsibilities of the child in the same manner as if the child was born to them. This includes the legal right to name the child, make decisions regarding the child’s education, health, and welfare, and be responsible for the child’s financial needs. There are two types of Delaware Adoption Order of Reference: Voluntary and Involuntary. Voluntary adoption orders are issued when the birth parents voluntarily give up their parental rights and agree to the adoption of their child. Involuntary adoption orders are issued when the birth parents have their parental rights terminated by the court due to neglect or abuse of the child.