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    Feb 4, 2009, 10:31 AM
    I want to adopt
    My exgirlfriends son whom I've been takeing care of for 14 years wants my last name
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    Feb 4, 2009, 10:36 AM

    If it's your EX-girlfriend's child, you may not be able to.

    You would need to find a family law attorney in your area to find out the specific laws that would apply to you. An attorney would be able to tell you if this is even possible.
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