Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

Re: Paternity test

He can try but given the circumstances you have described here, I would be amazed if he succeeded (if a judge even allowed a paternity test).

Re: Paternity test

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Florida recently enacted a statute entitled Disestablishment of Paternity. To disestablish paternity or terminate a child support obligation, the father must file a petition in the circuit court having jurisdiction over the child support obligation. The petition must be served on the mother or other legal guardian or custodian of the child.

This is a very serious issue and must be supported by DNA evidence. This is no precedent set yet on what cases will be allowed and under what circumstances a court could disallow a claim. I would strongly suggest you retain a qualified attorney to aid you in defending an action if your former spouse chooses to pursue one.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.