How do you get a paternity test in California?

Answer 1

If the other parent is agreeable, it can be done using a simple testing kit bought at the pharmacy, but it will not be court admissible. There are testing labs that do that at a greater cost. If the perceived father has access to the child, a test can be done without the knowledge of the mother. If this involves a child support claim, or a paternity claim for parental rights, the court can be motioned to order the test.