How can I find out if a child is mine?
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How can I find out if a child is mine?
After my ex-girlfriend and I broke up, I found out through FB she was 5 months pregnant. Trying to do the right thing, I texted her with my support. I received a response from her brother saying they did a paternity test (in utero) with her boyfriend and it is not mine. I wished her well and moved on. The baby was born 8 months ago. Yesterday, I received an anonymous text saying, “You have the right to know that you are the biological father to a beautiful baby girl”. The anonymous person said it was not right that i was lied to and deserve to know the truth. After seeing pics of her it’s hard to argue. What are my legal rights in proving paternity and am I able to see my daughter and be a part of her life?
Asked on January 9, 2013 under Family Law, Arizona
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
If you believe that you are the father of the baby then you need to file a petition in court to establish parentage. You will request that a DNA test be done. It is not right that you were lied to and if this is your child I wish you luck in establishing yourself as her Father. Good luck.
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