Legal Question in Family Law in Georgia

Legitimation of my child for Visitation Petition

I have received a package for Visitation Right petition to be filed in my county, Do I need Legitimation when my name is in my child's Birth Certificate as the father?


Asked on 5/24/06, 4:26 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Charles W. Field Charles W. Field, Attorney at Law

Re: Legitimation of my child for Visitation Petition

You should consult with a local attorney to review all the documents involved.

Read more
Answered on 5/31/06, 4:39 pm
Stephen Worrall The Manely Firm, P.C.

Re: Legitimation of my child for Visitation Petition

Yes, the acknowledgment of paternity as reflected in the birth certificate only establishes the FACT that you are the father, but it does not create the LEGAL relationship sufficient to give you custodial or visitation rights. To have those, you need to file a legitimation case and ask for visitation, joint custody, etc.

Read more
Answered on 5/24/06, 7:58 pm


Related Questions & Answers

More Family Law, Divorce, Child Custody and Adoption questions and answers in Georgia