Can a mother omit the father's name from the birth certificate after paternity is established?

Full question:

Once paternity is legally established through DNA testing, can the mother keep the paternal fathers name off the birth certificate? The father is known and does not disagree that he is the birth father.

  • Category: Paternity
  • Date:
  • State: Kansas

Answer:

In Kansas, if a court determines paternity, it can order a new birth certificate. This is required if the man identified as the father on the birth certificate is involved in the paternity case. If the court finds that he is the biological father but is not listed on the birth certificate, a new certificate must include his name.

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FAQs

A paternity test can establish legal fatherhood, but it does not automatically change the birth certificate. If paternity is confirmed and the father’s name is to be added, a court may need to order a new birth certificate reflecting this change. In Kansas, if the biological father is established, his name should be included on the birth certificate if the court determines it is appropriate.