Full question:
i am pregnant with my third child. each child has a different father: however, the father of child number two may insist the child is his even though the rightful father's name will be on the birth certificate when the child is born. i do not live with this baby's father and will not be seeking support from him. i am worried that the father of my second child will assume that the new baby is also his despite the birth certificate. he lives in california and we do share custody of my second child. can he file a paternity suit concerning this third baby despite the birth certificate indicating the real father?
- Category: Paternity
- Date:
- State: Arizona
Answer:
In general, a paternity action must be filed where the defendant resides. Therefore, if the father of your second child (Father #2) believes he is the father of your third child, he would need to initiate a paternity action in Arizona, where the child will be born and where you reside. Arizona law governs paternity issues, and the birth certificate will indicate the legal father (Father #3).
It's important to note that establishing paternity is crucial for legal rights and responsibilities. In Arizona, paternity can be established through various methods, including voluntary acknowledgment by both parents or through a court action if there is a dispute. If Father #2 wishes to claim paternity, he may need to file a petition in court, and genetic testing may be ordered to establish biological paternity.
For more information on establishing paternity in Arizona, you can refer to the Arizona Revised Statutes, Section 25, Chapter 6. If you have specific concerns, consulting with a legal professional is advisable.
This content is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Legal statutes mentioned reflect the law at the time the content was written and may no longer be current. Always verify the latest version of the law before relying on it.