Full question:
I have been paying child support for the last seven years for my daughter. Recently I became aware that I may not be the paternal father. I have recently had a DNA test performed and I was eliminated as the possible father. Legally am I still required to pay child support?
- Category: Divorce
- Subcategory: Child Support
- Date:
- State: Florida
Answer:
If you were ordered to pay child support or executed an agreement to pay, the paternity test does not genrally relieve you from the obligation. It would be required that you obtain the consent of the mother AND the court, or without her consent the court. Some Courts will not accept a paternity test to disprove that you are the Father after a marriage, relationship and recongnition. You should consult a local attorney for this issue.
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