Paternity Order
/ˈpæt̬ərnɪ ɔrdər/
Definitions
- (n.) A court order establishing the legal father of a child.
The court issued a paternity order to determine the child's father for custody purposes.
Forms
- paternity order
- paternity orders
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Commentary
Paternity orders primarily establish legal fatherhood and may trigger related rights and responsibilities such as custody and support.
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