Early steps are being taken to reform Utah Adoption Law

Utahn Ashley Mitchell placed her son up for adoption 20 years ago.

“I think it's very scary with a lot of unknowns,” she said. “When people step in and claim to care about you and your best interests and the best interest of your baby, they are going to offer solutions that are very permanent solutions to this temporary issue.”

…Thompson said that for too long, Utah has been known for loose adoption laws allowing “bad actors” to take advantage of a lucrative market.

“You hear enough stories, and you leave Utah and travel, and you talk about adoption, and you hear from others what the perception is about Utah — that it's some kind of haven for adoption,” he explained.

He said Utah is a family-oriented state, but believes it's time to start asking some questions….