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A "legitimate" child is one whose parents were married when s/he was born; therefore, a child support order cannot "legitimize" a child.

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How do you legitimize a child?

One way to legitimize a child is to take a paternity test or have the father sign a paternity acknowledgment form. If the mother married the father before the child is born this will also legitimize the child.


Can the mother of a child refuse an DNA test for legitimize a child but want child support?

Yes, a mother can refuse a DNA test to legitimize a child; however, this can complicate her ability to seek child support. Courts typically require paternity to be established, often through a DNA test, before ordering child support. If she refuses the test, it may lead to difficulties in enforcing child support claims. Ultimately, the legal outcome depends on jurisdiction and specific circumstances.


Do you need a lawyer to legitimize a child?

yes


Can the parents of a child born out of wedlock marry each other to legitimize the child?

yes


Could child support be requested for an unborn child in Texas?

No, an unborn "child" is not yet a child. The child support can be requested once the child is born.


How could you receive a discharge notice for child support if child support is not dischargeable?

Child support is not dischargeable in bankruptcy. It may be discharged for a number of other reasons: child deceased; child emancipated, etc.


How do you convince the mother to collect child support?

You don't - You explain the benefits that support could provide for the child.


If i married the mother of my child after the child was born do i have legitimize the child in the state of Georgia?

In Georgia, if you marry the mother of your child after the child is born, the child is automatically legitimized through the marriage. This means that the child has the same legal rights as if they were born to married parents from the outset. However, it is advisable to take formal steps to ensure all legal documentation reflects this status, especially if there are custody or support considerations.


Could i Sign away parental rights in Wyoming and not pay child support?

You can sign away your rights, but you will still owe for child support. The child is yours.


Do illegitimate child could ask for child support even if the child was not acknowledged by the father and their parents are not married?

The parent of an illegitimate child may ask for child support. Regardless if the parents have ever been married, every child deserves to grow up with the support of both parents.


Can you pay child support and refuse to see the child?

Well not usually but it could happen


Do minor parents of a child pay child support?

If the minor father has no means of paying child support, then yes his parents could be responsible for that. Answer2: Sadly the parents could be on the hook especially if the minor child lives with them and has no way to support a baby. Best thing you can do is try to meet with the other grandparents and see what can be done as well as make a visit to Social Services to see what benefits the child may be eligible for.