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Generally, as an unmarried mother you already have sole custody of your child under the law in every state. The father must establish his paternity in court in order to obtain shared custody and visitation rights. Until he does, you have sole legal custody.

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Q: How do you I file for sole custody of your son when you are not married to his father?
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