Surrogacy law by state
Surrogacy in California
California has one of the most established legal frameworks in the country. Pre-birth parentage orders are available to all family structures, and non-attorney facilitators must use independent escrow.
Supportive
Key facts
- Overall
- Supportive
- Governing law
- Cal. Fam. Code §§ 7960–7962
- Pre-birth parentage orders
- Generally available
- Angel Heart Surrogacy surrogates
- Accepted
For intended parents
Intended parents can generally work with a surrogate who lives and delivers in California, whatever their family structure. Your attorney will confirm the specific requirements for your agreement and parentage order.
For surrogates
Angel Heart Surrogacy accepts applications from surrogates who live in California.
Become a surrogate in California