Q: Can the mother of my child change my child’s last name without my consent in Lucas County Ohio?
We were never married. We both signed birth certificate in the hospital after child was born and was given my last name. Both parents signed affidavit of paternity in hospital.
A: It is up to the Court. Paternity has been established. If Mom wants to change your child's last name, then you are entitled to notice of the proceedings, and you can present your case as to why it would not be best for the child's last name to be changed.
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