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Section 45Sec./Art. 45
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Search or Tracing of Biological Family. Upon reaching the age of majority, the assistance of the NACC, LGU, or the concerned child-caring or child-placing agency may be sought to trace the adoptees biological family and eventually have a face-to-face meet-up. The right of the adoptee to identity shall take precedence over any other considerations: Provided, That the adoptee, adoptive parents, and biological parents received adequate preparation from an adoption social worker regarding the said meet up.
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