Ohio Petition For Adoption Of Minor is a legal document used to initiate a court proceeding to adopt a minor child. This petition is filed with the probate court in the county where the adoptive parent resides. The petition outlines the basic information about the prospective adoptive parent, the minor child, the child's biological parent(s), and any other individuals involved in the adoption process. The petition can include a request for an order terminating the rights of the biological parent(s), a request for an order approving the adoption, and a request for a final adoption decree. There are two types of Ohio Petition For Adoption Of Minor: stepparent adoption and agency adoption. Stepparent Adoption is when a stepparent wishes to adopt his or her spouse's minor child. Agency Adoption is when a licensed adoption agency or attorney handles the adoption process.