adoptiopäätös
Adoptiopäätös refers to the legal decision made by a court or other authorized body that grants the adoption of a child. This decision officially terminates the biological parents' rights and responsibilities towards the child and establishes a new legal parent-child relationship with the adoptive parents. The process leading to an adoptiopäätös typically involves a thorough investigation into the suitability of the prospective adoptive parents, assessment of the child's best interests, and often requires consent from the biological parents or a judicial decision to override their consent if deemed necessary for the child's welfare.
In Finland, the primary authority responsible for adoption matters is the District Court (käräjäoikeus). The court