Legal Question in Family Law in New Mexico

The short answers are yes and no. A notary simply affirms that the persons signing the document have identification that says they are who they say they are. The document may indicate intenet but the fate of the children is dependent on the best interests of the children, not the intent of the parents. If you and your boyfriend separate and don't agree as to the disposition of the kids a court will decide what to do with the kids based on the best interests of the children. It's usually difficult to persuade a court to allow a move of the kids from one jurisdiction to another, i.e., back to New Mexico from another state.

Has your boyfriend acknowledged paternity? Has there been a DNA test? Go to the statutes to see the requirements for establishment of parenthood: NMSA 40-11A. The statutes are found at

http://www.nmonesource.com/nmnxtadmin/NMPublic.aspx

or in books in your local library.

You will need a paternity suit to establish paternity and create the basis for a parenting plan (custody and visitation) and child support, which you might think about doing anyway.

If you are thinking that you might separate maybe you ought not to go any further with this guy. Or give the kids a break and get married. Your children deserve a stable home.