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    20. I was told that surrogacy was illegal in arizona, where I am moving to, so does this mean I cannot be a surrogate?? I would be very disappointed if that were true, and might consider staying where I am, but I heard New Jersey is also illegal. Please help!!! - Lorraine in Somerville, NJ - Top

    Hi Lorraine,

    Thanks for writing. I have heard of surrogates in AZ. although you're near California and it's a friendly surrogate state. I'm sure something can be arranged for you there. However, in NJ, I heard it isn't legal at all. I may be wrong, but, I haven't heard of much going on there.

    Good Luck with your journey to the other side of the states and with your surrogate journey. Im sure you will be able to become a surrogate in AZ with no problem.

    Sherry - Updated: January 31, 2000


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