Get Petition For Paternity

This guide is designed to provide clear and supportive instructions on how to fill out the Petition for Paternity online. By following these steps, users can ensure that they properly complete the form and understand the necessary components involved in the petitioning process.

Follow the steps to successfully complete your Petition for Paternity online.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the Petition for Paternity and access it in your preferred online editor.
2. Begin by filling out the case number at the top of the form. This number is necessary to track your case within the court system.
3. Provide the court name and county where the child lives, ensuring that this matches the location where you will be filing the petition.
4. Enter the plaintiff’s first and last name, which is the name of the person filing the petition.
5. Next, fill in the defendant’s first and last name, which is the name of the other parent involved in this case.
6. Include the child's name and date of birth. Specify their first, middle, and last names, and format their date of birth as mm/dd/yyyy.
7. In the section for the child's address, provide the complete street address, city, county, state, and zip code.
8. Supply information about the alleged father, including their first, middle, and last names, followed by their complete address.
9. Indicate whether the alleged father has ever been married to the child's mother by selecting 'Yes' or 'No.' This distinction is important for legal clarity.
10. Specify whether the child’s birth certificate lists the alleged father as the father and respond accordingly. If the answer is 'No,' indicate who is listed instead.
11. Provide the mother's name and address in the corresponding section, ensuring to format the name and address details properly.
12. Answer whether the mother was married to another person during the 12 months before the child’s birth. If 'Yes,' complete the subsequent fields with the husband's details.
13. Indicate if you would like the court to order genetic testing by selecting 'Yes' or 'No.' Be aware that costs may apply if testing is requested.
14. Report if the child has been involved in any other court cases, including child support or paternity cases. If applicable, detail the type of orders made and the dates and counties of those orders.
15. Finally, express your request to the court for a hearing to establish the legal father of the child and any additional orders you believe you are entitled to.
16. Complete the form by dating it and ensuring the petitioner’s signature is included at the bottom.
17. After reviewing your completed form for accuracy, you can save your changes, download, print, or share the form as needed.

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