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The BEST possible way to test the paternity of a child would be to?
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∙ 12y ago
Father's appearance has to similar with his child.
Appearances are notoriously unreliable. The best way to establish paternity is by genetic [DNA] testing.
Edit: Compare a small number of short sequences of DNA derived from the father and the child's genomes.
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Would you ask your wife to take your children for paternity test if she cheated once?
You have to tread very carefully with your wife. If possible find out when she cheated the once and you should be able to calculate the birth of the first or last child. If a long while has gone by then it would be best to accept both children and carry on with your marriage. Children are children and it sounds as if you have connected with both children. If it really bothers you and your wife cheated in the last two years then you should be honest and get a paternity test on at least the one child you feel may not be yours.
Who is the father of my child to be?
Your best option will be to get a paternity test.
Can a birth mother who relinquished her child in MA get her back if she was never adopted?
It is possible that they could get their child back. They would have to show that they are able to raise the child in a good environment. It would be best to discuss with a social worker in the state.
Should you wait until child is 18 to file for divorce in Colorado?
It would be best for the child if the family can appear to be kept together (if this is possible) until they reach adulthood.
When is it best to have a paternity lawyer on retainer?
"If there is an issue related to parenting time or custody, the family court will recommend alternate dispute resolution if possible. However if the issue does need to be settled in court seek a paternity lawyer who will require a retainer agreement."
If you are unmarried can you get full child custody if you are a US resident and the father is a US citizen?
The mother can legally retain sole custody of the child until the father establishes paternity and files for custodial rights. This is an issue that is covered by "common law" and would apply regardless of the resident status of the mother. If the father chooses to petition for custody, the issue would be decided by the court based upon what would be best for the child.
How can you get custody for your unborn child if you know that its yours?
No one apart from the mother can obtain "custody" of a fetus. Custody battles must wait until the child has been born. You can file for paternity testing, although it would probably be best to wait until the child is born before doing that. If the tests prove the child is yours, you can then file for custody. Due to physical restrictions, I would assume that a father can't get custody of an unborn child.
Would the judge give you a second chance to get a paternity test done?
Depends on the nature of the case. Your lawyer would be the best person to advise.
What rights does an unwed father have regarding custody of a newborn in the state of Indiana?
The father may establish paternity his paternity through a paternity affidavit that must be filed with the state Department of health within 72 hours of the birth. Otherwise the general means by which an unwed father can petition for custody is as follows. Remember that in order to obtain legal and physical custody he must show that custody in the mother would not be in the best interest of the child. An unmarried father must establish his paternity and arrange for a custody hearing if he wants custody. Generally, if the parents are unmarried the mother has sole custody and control in every state until the father can establish his paternity. Remember, a child's mother can always be identified by medical records. Since the father didn't give birth and he was not legally married at the time of the birth he must establish his paternity by signing the birth certificate at the time of birth (waiving DNA testing rights) which must be done with mother's consent. If he doesn't sign the birth certificate then he must seek another way to establish his paternity and that is done through a DNA test. A paternity test can be arranged through the court. Once paternity has been established the father can request visitations, joint custody or full custody. If the father desires a visitation schedule he can request that the court issue a visitation schedule. The court will also issue a child support order if the child is to remain in the custody of her mother. The court will schedule a hearing and issue orders that are in the best interest of the child.
The Legal Impact of a Paternity Test?
Since it is not always readily apparent who the father of a child is, paternity tests can be necessary sometimes. The results of a paternity test can lead to serious legal obligations on the part of the father. If there is any question about who the real father is, a paternity test should be performed as soon as possible.Custody ArrangementsDetermining paternity can help a couple make difficult decisions regarding custody issues. When the biological father is reliably identified, the parents can begin negotiating about who gets to see the child and how often. If necessary, they can go to court to determine who will be the custodial parent and how they will divide their time with the child. A paternity test is the best way to determine when a man is legally allowed to make decisions about the welfare of a child due to his biological ties to the child.Determining Support PaymentsOne of the most substantial legal results of a paternity test is that it determines the man who is responsible for the financial well-being of a child. When the true father is revealed, he will immediately be under an obligation to provide for the child’s welfare. A paternity test can also relieve a man who is not the biological father from having to make child support payments. Without a proper paternity test, there can sometimes be confusion about who is responsible for paying child support. The paternity test is legally recognized as a way to determine the responsible parents of a child.Understanding Health HistoryWhen a child knows his or her true biological father it provides a wealth of information about that child’s inherited medical traits. Knowing the medical history of both parents can help a child’s doctors know what ailments may be prevalent in the family genes and check for those illnesses before they become severe. An understanding of the genetics of the parents can also help a child take preventative measures so that they can protect themselves from illnesses that run in the family. A child who does not know the medical history of his or her father faces a higher risk of developing unexpected illnesses.
How do you obtain child support from a boyfriend?
Have you considered asking him to mediate an agreement? Also offer to do a paternity test. One out of three men paying child support are learning they are not the father. I'm working with paternity testing companies to create commercials addressing this issue, so it would be best to get it out of the way up front so that there's no doubt. It can be done using a testing kit from a pharmacy or bought online. Clink on the link about mediation
How can you get custody of your 15 yr olds daughter?
It's possible if you file for it and the court feels that ruling so would be in the child's best interests.
