Legal Question in Family Law in California
if i am not married and i give my son his father's surname do i lose any parental rights?
Asked on 3/13/11, 7:51 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Tina Chen
Law Office of Tina Chen
No. The child's last name does not determine who has custody of him.
Answered on 3/13/11, 9:15 pm
You could name him Moonbeam McGuillicuddy and your parental rights would be the same.
Answered on 3/13/11, 10:10 pm