Legal Question in Family Law in California

Abortion - Fathers rights.

My girlfriend and I just recently broke up and she is pregnant. She said is going to have an abortion and I am ok with that. When I asked her when she is going to have it done she tells me don't worry about it she will take care of everthing. I don't trust that she will. Do I have any rights regarding her proving to me that she got it done. I don't want to sound evil but I just don't want her comming back to me a year from now and slapping me with child support when we both agreed that an abortion would be best.


Asked on 3/07/02, 3:27 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys
Vishwa Johri Johri & Co

Re: Abortion - Fathers rights.

Being the father of the child you cannot force your girl friend to go for abortion and bring a certificate for you. It is her choice. She can force you to pay for child support.Even if you both have agreed for abortion.

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Answered on 3/08/02, 10:21 am
Lyle Johnson Bedi and Johnson Attorneys at Law

Re: Abortion - Fathers rights.

You have no control over whether or not she proceeds with an abortion. You will be responsible for paying child support if she has the baby.

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Answered on 3/07/02, 6:16 pm
Ken Koury Kenneth P. Koury, Esq.

Re: Abortion - Fathers rights.

she doesnt have to get an abortion if she doesnt want to. she does not have to tell you anything and you will pay child support. congradulations.

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Answered on 3/07/02, 7:53 pm


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