S 641. Jurisdiction over adoption proceedings. The family court has original jurisdiction concurrent with the surrogate's courts over adoption proceedings under article seven of the domestic relations law. S 642. Rules of court. Rules of court, not inconsistent with any provision of article seven of the domestic relations law, may authorize the probation service to interview such persons and obtain such data as will aid the court in determining a petition under that article. Top of Page
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