Q: How do I establish my paternal rights in Florida? Never married, child born out-of-state, already on birth certificate.
My daughter's mother and I have never been married. We ended our relationship when our daughter was 1, she is now 9. The mother and I both currently live in Florida, but our daughter was born out-of-state. I am already on the out-of-state birth certificate as the father. I want to ask the mother to voluntarily affirm my paternity in order to establish my paternal rights. I found form DH-432 'Acknowledgment of Paternity' by the Florida Health Department. But the language on that form suggests it's for getting me on the birth certificate. Given that I am already on the out-of-state birth certificate, I'm not sure this form applies to my situation.
How do I establish my paternal rights in Florida in my situation?
A: You would file a Petition to Determine Paternity and For Related Relief in the county where the Mother and minor child reside. You should consult with an attorney regarding the specific facts that may be applicable to your case.
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