Full question:
I want to put my sons father on his (my sons) birth certificate. no name change, just put him as the father. I originally put 'unknown'
- Category: Paternity
- Subcategory: Birth Certificate
- Date:
- State: Nevada
Answer:
Amending a birth certificate to add a father's name can be complex. Simple changes, like correcting clerical errors, might be handled over the phone with the Nevada Office of Vital Statistics. However, adding a father's name is generally considered a significant amendment.
In Nevada, both parents can be listed on the birth certificate. A father can be added if he acknowledges paternity at or near the time of the child's birth, or if a court orders the change. Acknowledgment can occur through a written admission or voluntary acknowledgment of paternity, or by filing a civil lawsuit. If paternity is disputed, the court may order a paternity test, which will involve the mother, child, and alleged father.
For unmarried parents, the mother typically has custody unless paternity is established and a court order states otherwise. Unmarried fathers have the same rights as married fathers regarding visitation and custody once paternity is established. If parents cannot agree on these matters, they may need legal assistance.
Both parents are legally required to support their child. If they disagree on financial contributions, a court can determine child support obligations. Parents also have the right to make decisions about their child's education, healthcare, and religious upbringing, regardless of marital status, unless a court decides otherwise.
The court may also order the father to pay for child support and the mother's pregnancy-related expenses.
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.