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Can a known donor renounce his legal obligations as a parent?
Yes, this is possible under DC law if this is agreed to in writing between donor and recipient.
What if a known donor attempts to enforce his parental rights when the original intent was to be a sperm donor only?
This is unlikely to be successful; in DC, a sperm donor (defined as providing sperm via any method of conception other than intercourse) is not considered to be a parent unless the parties make this clear in writing.
Does the state allow for second-parent adoption (i.e., for same-sex couples)?
Yes.
Does the state allow for multiple-parent families (when the child has more than two adults in a parenting role)?
Yes.
Does the state recognize “de-facto” or “psychological” parentage (of an “acting” parent without a biological connection)?
Yes.