Q: If a father is on the birth certificate but the mother will not let him see the child, what does he need to do?
They also want to do DNA to make sure the child is his.
A:
The father needs to legitimate. His name on the birth certificate and even a positive DNA test is not enough to establish his legal rights, in the state of Georgia, as the father of the child. Additionally, he may be required to pay child support but still not have legal rights to the child. For these reasons and more, it is best to contact an attorney as soon as possible who can assist you with your case.
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The father has to file for legitimation. He has no rights at all until he does so.
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He needs to file with the Court to legitimize the child. Even if he signed the paperwork at the hospital saying he consents to the legitimation, the Legitimation case MUST be filed with the Court. Once he files the case a DNA test can be performed and we can also deal with issues of custody and visitation.
We would love to help with his situation.
V. Joy Edwards
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