Legal Question in Family Law in New York

In the city of New York, can the father of a newborn give the newborn his last name without the consent or knowledge of the birth mother?


Asked on 4/20/10, 7:28 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
TRACEY BLOODSAW LAW OFFICE OF TRACEY A. BLOODSAW

No. The paternity is acknowledged at the hospital or shortly thereafter, both have to sign.

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Answered on 4/26/10, 4:15 pm


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