Legal Question in Family Law in New York
Paternity determination and responsibility
Son's girlfriend is pregnant-question of paternity-DNA will be done at time of birth-If he puts name on birth certificate before DNA results what responsibilities does he assume if the child is NOT his?
Asked on 3/11/03, 6:10 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael Markowitz
Michael A. Markowitz, PC
Re: Paternity determination and responsibility
If he places his name on the birth certificate, he is acknowledging that the child is his. As a result, he will be assuming all the rights and responsibilities as the child's father.
Mike.
Answered on 3/12/03, 8:18 am