What is Paternity Proceedings?
A proceeding in which a parent petitions the court to have a specified individual tested to determine a parental connection with the child. If such is established, then in most cases that individual will be ordered to pay child support and will be legally recognized as the parent.
Further Reading
For more detailed information, see our related Family Law terms:
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