Legal Question in Family Law in Arizona

She can establish support dating back to the birth of the child and seek reimbursement for medical costs associated with the birth. However, she does have to establish paternity. So, if you contest paternity or you just are not sure, the court will order a DNA test. If you are the father, you will have to pay until your child is emancipated, which is graduation from high school or 18, whichever is later.

Make sure you talk to an experienced lawyer if she does seek child support.

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Arizona typically will limit her ability to request back child support to the preceding three years only. You do have the right to request genetic testing.

We can certainly help you consider and then pursue your options.

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