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Will The Father's Name Be Added To The Birth Certificate?
Yes, the father`s name will be added to the birth certificate if he is legally established as the child`s father by completing the acknowledgement form. In court proceedings, however, the court … more
Will The Child's Last Name Be The Same As The Father's?
Yes, the child`s last name can be changed to the same as the father`s. more
Does There Have To Be A Court Hearing?
If both parents cooperate, a court hearing will not be necessary. However, while the parents may not be required to appear in court, if court action is involved, the Child Support Division will … more
What If The Alleged Father Refuses To Sign The Acknowledgement Of Paternity Form?
The mother can request assistance from the Division of Child Support Enforcement in establishing paternity and obtaining child support through the courts. If the mother begins receiving Aid for … more
What If There Is A Question About Who The Child's Father Is?
If there is a question, paternity testing can be done. The test can compare all the alleged father`s, the child`s, and the mother`s genetic markers. Paternity tests are nearly 100 percent … more