Asked in Child Custody, Child Support and Family Law for Oklahoma

Q: If the father of your child signed the birth certificate and the waiver for paternity that means he is the father

He signed a waiver denying paternity also saying he know he is his through vital records what does that mean

2 Lawyer Answers
Charles Watts
Charles Watts
Answered
  • Divorce Lawyer
  • OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
  • Licensed in Oklahoma

A: Not sure your exact question but paternity issues can be very complex or very simple. Many factors come in to play, one being the birth certificate that you mentioned, the age of the child, etc…. You should contact an attorney to help you with this so that something is not missed.

Pete David Louden
Pete David Louden
Answered
  • Divorce Lawyer
  • Norman, OK
  • Licensed in Oklahoma

A: If he signed an acknowledgment of paternity then he must think he is the father.

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