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Who can file an action to establish paternity in Family Court in NY?

Who May File a Paternity Petition? The petition may be filed by the childs mother, by a man who believes he is the father of the child, by the child or by the childs guardian.

How long does a father have to establish paternity?

The notice of a claim of paternity may be filed before the birth of the child but shall be filed within 30 days after the birth of the child.

What are my rights as a father in NY?

Parental rights describes the legal relationship between the parent and the child. This legal relationship includes the parents responsibility to financially support the child, the parents right to custody, to visit with the child, to make educational, religious, or medical decisions for the child.

What rights do fathers have in NY?

Fathers listed on the registry have the right to receive legal notice of all court proceedings, which include foster care, guardianship, custody, or adoption of the child. Additionally, the child will be entitled to inherit assets from the father.

Can a mother refuse a paternity test in New York State?

A Mothers Consent DNA testing in NYC requires a parents consent while testing children. Hence, if a child is born out of wedlock, he does not have a legal father. As a result, testing the childs DNA is only possible when the mother consents to it.

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