Q: Can the state of TN request a DNA test without either potential parent requesting it??
There is no father listed on the birth certificate. It "appears" that the state of TN is requesting a DNA test for a potential father, yet the mother has not requested child support or the test. The potential father is abusive and has been away for at least 2 years. It seems that the state may aggravate the situation by sending a letter to the person requesting DNA testing and child support and may be endangering the mother??????
A: If the state is involved, then yest it has not only the right but is federally mandated to take such actions. I suspect that Mother has received some state services and that brings her and the child before the court. All other issues of abuse and abandonment can be decided by the Court.
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