Paternity FAQs

• Q: When Does An Unmarried Father Acquire Parental Rights?
  A: A man who is not married to a child's mother does not have any parental rights until his paternity has been established.  Paternity may be established by the … More
• Q: Can The State Terminate A Parent's Rights Over Their Children?
  A: Yes.  Every state has an agency that protects the interests of children.  That agency may ask the court to terminate parental rights.  Usually, the … More
• Q: Can My Parental Rights Be Terminated While I Am In Jail?
  A: Yes.  A parent's rights over their child may be terminated due to the parent's abandonment of the child.  A parent's incarceration may result in … More
• Q: What Is Paternity?
  A: Paternity means fatherhood. Establishing paternity is the process of determining the legal father of a child. When parents are married, in most cases, paternity is … More