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  2. Begin by filling out the personal information section, including the names of both parents and the child's details. Ensure accuracy as this information is crucial for legal proceedings.
  3. In the acknowledgment section, both parents must agree on the identity of the biological father. If there are any doubts, consider opting for genetic testing before proceeding.
  4. Complete any additional sections regarding child support and custody arrangements. This may include financial obligations and visitation rights, which should be clearly outlined to avoid future disputes.
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The other person would need to go to court and obtain a court order for a paternity test if they want to legally challenge the presumption of paternity. So yes, the other person could file an action in Court in an attempt to get a DNA test.
Generally, DNA testing for paternity requires consent from both parents or a court order. A lawyer may advise on legal rights, but unilateral testing without consent can raise privacy concerns. If a parent conducts a test without informing the other, it may affect the tests admissibility in court.
A paternity test is simple - the parents and child(ren) have their cheeks swabbed either in court, at a local clinic, or at a local Child Support office. DNA tests can determine the biological father with 99% accuracy.
Getting a DNA paternity test is easy. All it requires is to collect DNA samples from the parties and do the analysis. The latter part is, however, complex and requires sophisticated methods, which geneticists and DNA testing experts can carry out flawlessly with extreme precision.
Or you can ask the court to order a paternity test. Someone whos already a legal parent, or someone who believes they might be the biological father, can request a paternity test. Judges are generally willing to approve these requests because the information has legal and financial implications.