Legal Question in Family Law in California
Paternity
If a person signs paternity papers even though they know they are not the legal parent, is this person legally responsible for the child once divorce takes place?
Asked on 8/04/06, 5:17 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Robert Mccoy
Law Office Of Robert McCoy
Re: Paternity
I am assuming you have signed a document called, "Voluntary Declaration of Paternity", prepared by the State of California. If so, there is a conclusive presumption of paternity. At least that is what the law says. Nevertheless, apparently, some judges do not take that law too seriously as I have seen some judges frequently set aside those declarations like they were setting aside old clothing.
Answered on 8/04/06, 6:13 pm
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