You will need to take a paternity test to prove you are in fact not the biological father. A man just was released from jail in Atlanta because it turns out he was not the biological father and had been previously jailed for falling behind on child support payments... Always take the test to be sure and then you can make the right decision.
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If you are not the biological father of a child, you may not have legal rights or responsibilities for that child, such as custody or child support. It is important to establish paternity to determine parental rights and obligations.
No, it's clear he is not the father and therefor have no parental rights, he is the step dad. Only the biological parents pay.
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No. There is no requirement for the child to have to "know" the father for him to give up his parental rights.
Even if he is paying, he has no rights until court granted.
A child does not have to have the same last name as the biological father to receive child support from that father.
Who legally adopted the child?If the mother's new husband legally adopted the child, then the biological father's parental rights had to be terminated first. Which means that the biological father is NOT obligated to pay child support anymore. The new adoptive father has taken on all rights and responsibilities for the child.
Your husband can only adopt if the girls father willingly gives up his parental rights or the court terminates them. As her dad he will pay child support until the adoption is through. Then your husband have that responsibility and parental rights just like you. So see what your ex wants. The court stops child support etc when the adoption is through.
No, he is just their leader and parental figure.
Her biological father must give up his parental rights and consent to the adoption. You should consult with an attorney who specializes in adoption.Her biological father must give up his parental rights and consent to the adoption. You should consult with an attorney who specializes in adoption.Her biological father must give up his parental rights and consent to the adoption. You should consult with an attorney who specializes in adoption.Her biological father must give up his parental rights and consent to the adoption. You should consult with an attorney who specializes in adoption.
A childs mother must file a petition for child support in the local family court.