Legal Question in Family Law in Massachusetts
Presumption of paternity
In MA, if a child is conceived and born into a marriage and bears the husband's last name and the husband signs the birth certificate, is it legally presumed that the husband is the father of the child, even if someone else may be?
Asked on 2/14/08, 9:23 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Melina Merino
Attorney Melina Merino
Re: Presumption of paternity
In Massachusetts, a child born during a marriage is presumed to be the child of both spouses (209C, � 6).
Answered on 2/15/08, 4:16 am
Re: Presumption of paternity
In Massachusetts, the child born to a married couple is presumed to be the child of both parents. However, under certain circumstances this may be rebutted.
Answered on 2/15/08, 8:17 am
Related Questions & Answers
Looking for something else?
10,200 active attorneys ready to answer your legal questions today.
Featured Attorneys
Earn additional revenue and grow your business.
